Free Level 2 Business Admin Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, part-time during the day. The course uses a blend of online study and time at the centre, so you can fit learning around other commitments. You'll cover the core principles of business and administration over around 6 months. Topics include communication, managing information, and how organisations work. You'll have an initial assessment after you apply to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 19+ learners
Entry requirements
Initial assessment after application
What you will learn
You'll understand how businesses and organisations are structured and run.
You'll develop skills in written and verbal business communication.
You'll learn how to manage and store information effectively.
You'll explore how to plan and organise your own work.
You'll understand the principles of customer service in a business setting.
You'll learn about health, safety, and security in the workplace.
You'll develop an understanding of teamwork and working with others in an office environment.
How you will learn
Learning is blended. You'll complete some study online in your own time and attend sessions at Riverside College Kingsway Campus during the day. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks. There are no formal exams. Your work is submitted and assessed throughout the course rather than at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator. General office and admin support roles.
Receptionist. Front-of-house admin in offices, clinics, or schools.
Office administrator. Day-to-day admin tasks across most sectors.
Data entry clerk. Inputting and managing records and information.
Administrative assistant. Supporting teams with coordination and correspondence.
Customer service advisor. Handling queries and supporting customers directly.
What you could study next
Level 3 Business Administration NVQ or Diploma. The natural next step if you want to move into a senior admin or team leader role.
Level 3 Customer Service Qualification. Useful if your work focuses on client-facing roles.
Business Administration Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines work and study, and is a recognised route into permanent employment in admin.
