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Free Level 1 Skills for Work Course in South Shields

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Skills for Work Course in South Shields. Classes run full-time during the day at South Tyneside College.

This skills for work qualification builds the practical and personal skills employers look for. You'll cover communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and workplace readiness over the course of a year. There are no specific entry requirements, so the college will assess your starting point and plan your learning from there.

You'll finish with a NOCN Certificate in Vocational Studies at Level 1.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = SKILLSTC | Course Title = Skills Builder STC | Qualification Aim Reference = 6010157X | Qualification Aim Title = Certificate in Vocational Studies | College Delivery Area = Foundation Studies - South Tyneside College (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills for the workplace.
  • You'll practise working as part of a team.
  • You'll build problem-solving skills used in everyday work situations.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll understand basic workplace rights and responsibilities.
  • You'll develop time management and organisational skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at South Tyneside College. Learning is hands-on and activity-based, covering practical tasks and group work. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and is based on the work you produce and your participation. There are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serves customers and supports store operations.
  • Warehouse operative, picks, packs, and dispatches goods.
  • Care assistant, supports people in residential or home care settings.
  • Catering assistant, helps prepare and serve food in a kitchen or canteen.
  • Receptionist, greets visitors and handles calls at a front desk.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative, maintains buildings and workspaces.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, a natural next step to strengthen your CV and job-readiness.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, useful if you want to meet employer requirements for literacy and numeracy.
  • A vocational Level 2 qualification in a specific sector such as health and social care, business, or retail, once you know which career path suits you.
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