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Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Clacton-on-Sea – Nova Training Clacton on Sea

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 Clacton-on-Sea. Classes run at Nova Training Clacton on Sea, 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. The course covers job searching, CV writing, interview techniques, workplace communication, and independent living skills. It also supports you in planning your next steps, whether that's employment or further study.

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

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 learn how to write a strong CV and covering letter.
  • You'll practise interview skills and how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll develop workplace communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • You'll explore how to search and apply for jobs effectively.
  • You'll learn how to manage your time and stay organised at work.
  • You'll build skills for independent living, including budgeting and planning.
  • 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 Clacton on Sea. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real tasks like completing application forms and taking part in mock interviews. Assessment is through portfolio work and practical tasks completed during the course. There are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handles enquiries and supports customers in retail or office settings.
  • Warehouse operative, picks, packs, and dispatches goods for employers.
  • Receptionist, greets visitors and manages calls and admin for a business.
  • Care assistant, supports individuals with daily tasks in care settings.
  • Retail assistant, serves customers and maintains stock on the shop floor.
  • Administrator, provides general office support across a range of sectors.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths, useful if you want to strengthen core skills alongside employment.
  • 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 knowledge.
  • An Apprenticeship in your chosen field, combining paid work with further training toward a recognised qualification.
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