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Free Level 2 Business Skills Course in Southampton

CostFREE
Duration40 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyMultiple awarding bodies
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About this course

Free Level 2 Business Skills Course in Southampton. Classes run at Pitman Training Southampton, with a mix of online study and time at the centre.

The course is free for learners in the SO14 to SO19 postcode area who meet the eligibility criteria. Contact the centre to confirm your eligibility before you enrol. No previous experience or qualifications are needed to start.

You'll cover core business topics including communication, administration, and workplace organisation. The course takes around 40 hours of study in total. You'll finish with a Level 2 Business Skills qualification.

Who this course is for

This is an open access course with no previous experience or qualification required.

Entry requirements

This course has no entry requirement.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop professional written and verbal communication skills for the workplace.
  • You'll learn how to organise and manage administrative tasks effectively.
  • You'll understand how businesses are structured and how teams work together.
  • You'll practise using common business software and digital tools.
  • You'll build skills in planning, prioritising, and managing your workload.
  • You'll learn how to handle business documents, records, and correspondence.

How you will learn

The course uses a blended approach. You'll complete some study online at your own pace and attend sessions at Pitman Training Southampton during the day. The flexible format lets you fit learning around your schedule. Assessment is based on the work you complete throughout the course, including practical tasks and written exercises.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Pitman Training Southampton will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business Administrator, supports day-to-day operations across a wide range of organisations.
  • Office Administrator, keeps office systems and communications running smoothly.
  • Admin Assistant, handles correspondence, filing, and scheduling for a team.
  • Receptionist, manages front-of-house duties and customer enquiries.
  • Data Entry Clerk, maintains accurate records and databases for a business.
  • Customer Service Advisor, handles queries and supports customers on behalf of a company.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Business Administration Qualification, a natural next step if you want to move into a senior admin or team leader role.
  • Level 3 Customer Service Qualification, useful if you move into a client-facing position.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 IT User Skills Qualification, builds on the digital tools you use in business roles.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, a good route if you develop an interest in finance and bookkeeping.
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