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Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Walsall

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

Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Walsall. Classes run at Nova Training Bloxwich, full-time during the day. This free employability skills course is open to anyone aged 16 to 18 years old, with no previous experience needed. Over 13 weeks, you'll build the practical skills and knowledge employers look for, from job searching and interview preparation to working independently and progressing in your career. The level 2 employability skills classes cover everything from getting into work to developing on the job.

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 develop job search techniques, including writing CVs and covering letters.
  • You'll practise interview skills and how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll learn how to set goals and plan your career progression.
  • You'll build skills for working independently and managing your own time.
  • You'll explore how to communicate effectively in a workplace setting.
  • You'll understand what employers expect from employees day to day.
  • You'll develop strategies for continuing to learn and progress in a chosen field.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Bloxwich. Assessment is through portfolio work, practical tasks, and written activities completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and give feedback as you progress. There are no formal exams.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant. Entry-level role in retail, hospitality, or call centres.
  • Warehouse operative. Picking, packing, and stock management roles.
  • Receptionist. Front-of-house admin in offices, clinics, or hotels.
  • Retail sales assistant. Serving customers and handling stock in shops.
  • Care assistant. Supporting people in care homes or community settings.
  • Administrator. General office support across a wide range of sectors.
  • Apprentice. Entry point into a trade or professional role with on-the-job training.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration. Builds on employability skills with a focus on office and admin roles.
  • Level 2 Award in Customer Service. Develops skills for customer-facing work in retail, hospitality, or contact centres.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2. Strengthens the core skills many employers and further courses require.
  • Level 3 qualification in your chosen sector. Once you're in work or know your direction, a Level 3 opens doors to supervisory and specialist roles.
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