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Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in 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. You must be aged 16 to 18 years old to enrol, and no previous experience is needed. Over 13 weeks, you'll build the practical skills and knowledge employers look for, covering job-seeking techniques, workplace behaviour, and how to progress in a career or move into further study. This free employability skills course for adults and young people is a solid starting point for entering work or independent living.

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-searching and application skills, including writing CVs and covering letters.
  • You'll practise interview techniques and how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll learn how to set career goals and plan steps toward them.
  • You'll explore workplace expectations, professional behaviour, and working with others.
  • You'll build skills for independent living, including managing responsibilities and time.
  • You'll understand how to progress in a role or move on to further study or training.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Cannock, with a mix of group activities, discussions, and practical tasks. Assessment is carried out through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than formal 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. Entry-level retail or service roles.
  • Warehouse operative. Practical work in logistics and distribution.
  • Receptionist. Front-of-house admin in offices or healthcare settings.
  • Care assistant. Support work in residential or community care.
  • Retail sales assistant. Sales floor and stock roles in shops.
  • Administrator. Office support across a wide range of sectors.
  • Hospitality team member. Front-of-house or kitchen support roles.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration. Develops office and admin skills for a wider range of roles.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service. Builds on workplace communication skills for service-sector jobs.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Strengthens core skills that many employers and further courses require.
  • Level 3 qualifications in your chosen sector. Once you're in work or know your direction, a Level 3 can open doors to supervisory or specialist roles.
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