Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Telford – Nova Training Wellington

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Telford. Classes run at Nova Training Wellington, full-time during the day.

The course is for 16 to 18 year olds and no previous experience is needed. Over 13 weeks, you'll build the practical skills employers look for, from job searching and interview technique to communication and working with others. You'll also develop skills for independent living and further study.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Certificate in Employability Skills at Level 2.

Who this course is for

Employability Skills qualifications are designed to support an individual successfully gaining a job, progressing in a chosen field, preparing the individual for further study and supporting the development of techniques required for successful independent living.

This qualification is aimed at anyone who wants to live a more independent life, progress in education and/or their employment prospects; get into a job, develop on the job or move onto the next job, as they progress along the career ladder.

Entry requirements

Must be aged 16 to 18 and you don't need any previous experience in the industry already.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise job searching and applying for work.
  • You'll develop interview skills and how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll learn how to communicate clearly in a workplace setting.
  • You'll build skills for working with others as part of a team.
  • You'll explore how to manage your time and take responsibility at work.
  • You'll develop skills for independent living and managing day-to-day tasks.
  • You'll learn how to plan next steps in education or your career.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Nova Training Wellington. Learning is activity-based and practical, covering real workplace scenarios. Assessment is through portfolio work and observation, showing what you can do rather than sitting a written exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Wellington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, serving customers and handling stock on the shop floor.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and dispatching goods.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and handling calls in an office or business.
  • Customer service advisor, helping customers by phone, email, or in person.
  • Care assistant, supporting people with daily tasks in a care setting.
  • Administrator, carrying out general office duties for a team or business.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths, useful if you want to strengthen your core skills for work or further study.
  • Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in a specific vocational area such as business administration, customer service, or health and social care, to move into a particular career.
  • An apprenticeship in your chosen field, combining paid work with on-the-job training.

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