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Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Cannock – Nova Training Cannock

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 Cannock. Classes run at Nova Training Cannock, full-time during the day. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds and no previous experience is needed.

This employability skills qualification covers the practical skills and knowledge that help you find work, progress in a role, or move into further study. Topics include job searching, communication, teamwork, and independent living skills. The course runs over 13 weeks.

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 develop job search skills, including writing CVs and preparing for interviews.
  • You'll practise workplace communication, both written and spoken.
  • You'll build teamwork and problem-solving skills used in everyday work settings.
  • You'll explore how to manage your time and stay organised.
  • You'll learn about rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
  • You'll develop skills for independent living, including managing money and planning ahead.
  • You'll identify your own strengths and set goals for your career or further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Nova Training Cannock. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence rather than exams. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and give feedback as you progress.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handling queries and supporting customers in retail or office settings.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and dispatching goods.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and managing calls at a front desk.
  • Retail sales assistant, serving customers and maintaining the shop floor.
  • Administrator, supporting a team with filing, emails, and scheduling.
  • Hospitality team member, working in a café, hotel, or events venue.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration, a next step if you want to work in an office environment.
  • Level 2 Award in Customer Service, useful for roles in retail, hospitality, or call centres.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2, recognised equivalents to GCSE that many employers ask for.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Employability and Workplace Skills, for those looking to progress further in this area.
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