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Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Dereham

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 Dereham. Classes run at Nova Training Dereham, 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. Units cover job searching, CV writing, interview techniques, workplace communication, and independent living skills. You'll also explore how to plan your career and take the next steps in education or work.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 2 Extended 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 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 learn how to search and apply for jobs effectively.
  • You'll explore how to set career goals and plan your next steps.
  • You'll build skills for independent living and managing everyday responsibilities.
  • You'll understand what employers expect in a professional environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Nova Training Dereham. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real tasks like writing applications and taking part in mock interviews. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence gathered throughout the 13 weeks. There are no written exams.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, dealing with customers face to face or by phone.
  • Retail sales assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and dispatching orders.
  • Administrator, supporting an office team with day-to-day tasks.
  • Care assistant, helping people in a residential or home care setting.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and managing calls at a front desk.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service, a strong next step if you want to work in a customer-facing role.
  • Level 2 Award in Business Administration, useful for office and admin work.
  • Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business, for those looking to progress further in education or management.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2, recognised by employers as equivalent to GCSE grade 4.
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