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Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Kidderminster

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 Kidderminster. Classes run at Nova Training Kidderminster, full-time during the day. This free employability skills course is open to people aged 16 to 18 years old with no previous experience needed. Over 13 weeks, you'll build the practical skills and knowledge that employers look for, covering job searching, workplace behaviour, and independent living. This level 2 employability skills qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.

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 preparing for interviews.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself professionally in a workplace setting.
  • You'll explore how to communicate effectively with colleagues and managers.
  • You'll build skills for managing your time and organising your workload.
  • You'll understand the rights and responsibilities that come with employment.
  • You'll develop skills that support independent living and personal organisation.
  • You'll identify your own strengths and areas to develop for career progression.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Kidderminster, with a mix of group activities, discussions, and practical tasks. Assessment is through portfolio work and assignments that reflect real workplace situations. There are no exams. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than at a single end point.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handling enquiries and supporting customers day to day.
  • Retail sales assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and organising stock.
  • Administrator, supporting office teams with everyday tasks.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and managing calls and bookings.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in residential or community settings.
  • Hospitality team member, working in cafes, hotels, or restaurants.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration, if you want to move into an office or admin role.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service, useful for retail, hospitality, or contact centre work.
  • Level 2 Award in Retail Skills, a practical step toward a career in retail.
  • Level 3 qualifications in your chosen sector once you have a clearer direction, building on the foundation this employability skills qualification gives you.
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