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Free Level 2 Employability Skills Course in Oldbury

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 Oldbury. Classes run at Nova Training Oldbury, 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 employers look for, from job searching and interview preparation to working independently and planning your next steps. The course supports you whether you're aiming to get into work, develop in a role, or move into further study.

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 covering letters.
  • You'll practise interview skills and how to present yourself to employers.
  • You'll learn how to set goals and plan your career or education next steps.
  • You'll build skills for working independently and managing your own time.
  • You'll explore workplace communication and how to work effectively with others.
  • You'll develop an understanding of your rights and responsibilities at work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Oldbury. Learning is practical and activity-based, covering real tasks you'd face in a job or further study. 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 Oldbury will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: front-line retail or service roles
  • Warehouse operative: picking, packing, and stock handling
  • Administrator: office support and data entry work
  • Retail sales assistant: working in shops and stores
  • Care assistant: supporting people in care settings
  • Receptionist: welcoming visitors and handling enquiries
  • Hospitality team member: working in cafes, hotels, or restaurants

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in a vocational subject (such as Business Administration, Health and Social Care, or Retail): moves you into a specific sector with a recognised qualification.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2: strengthens your applications and meets the entry requirements for many Level 3 courses.
  • Level 3 qualifications in your chosen field: the next step toward supervisory roles or higher education.
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