Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Plymouth. Classes run at Achievement Training Plymouth, part-time during the day over 12 weeks. The course is free for many learners, including those aged 16 to 18 years old, those aged 19 to 23, and those on certain benefits or earning below a set threshold. Fees may apply for others. You'll build practical job-search skills: writing a CV, completing applications, and preparing for interviews. The course also covers workplace communication, teamwork, and health and safety.
Who this course is for
These qualifications are designed to prepare you to enter the world of work.
Entry requirements
Level 1 Award in Employability Skills
What you will learn
You'll write a professional CV and effective cover letters.
You'll practise completing job applications and preparing for interviews.
You'll develop workplace communication and personal effectiveness skills.
You'll explore teamwork and creative thinking in a work context.
You'll learn about health and safety in the workplace.
You'll build a portfolio to evidence your skills and achievements.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day. You'll work through structured activities and build a portfolio to evidence your progress. The portfolio is marked and assessed to show what you've achieved. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Achievement Training Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant, handling enquiries and supporting customers
Retail sales assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till
Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and processing stock
Administrator, supporting office teams with day-to-day tasks
Receptionist, meeting visitors and managing calls
Care assistant, supporting people in homes or care settings
Apprentice, entering a structured training programme in any sector
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in a specific vocational area (such as business administration, customer service, or health and social care) to build sector-specific skills.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, which many employers ask for alongside a vocational qualification.
A full Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in your chosen field, depending on the career direction you want to take.
