Free Level 2 King's Trust Team Programme Course in Portsmouth. Classes run at COPC Highbury Campus, full-time over 12 weeks. The programme is open to 16 to 25 year olds who are unemployed and looking to build skills and qualifications. You'll work as part of a team, take on a community project, complete a work placement, and get support with your CV and interview skills. There's also the chance to develop your maths and English. Completing the course earns you a Level 2 Certificate in Employment, Teamwork and Community Skills.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 16-25 year olds who are unemployed, and lacking in qualifications or confidence, it’s a great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones.
What you will learn
You'll develop teamwork and communication skills through group activities and projects.
You'll plan and complete a community project with your team.
You'll gain hands-on experience through a two-week work placement.
You'll write a CV and practise interview techniques.
You'll take part in an outdoor adventure activity in week two.
You'll complete a team challenge supporting the local community.
You'll develop your maths and English skills.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based and activity led. You'll work as part of a team throughout the 12 weeks, taking part in group projects, a work placement, and a community challenge. Assessment is ongoing and based on your participation and the work you complete across the programme. There are no written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. COPC Highbury Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant, using teamwork and communication skills from the programme.
Warehouse operative, entry-level role suited to work placement experience.
Retail assistant, applying customer-facing skills developed on the course.
Care assistant, working with people in a community or residential setting.
Administrator, entry-level office role building on CV and interview preparation.
Community support worker, drawing on the community project experience.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration. Builds on the employability skills from this programme and opens doors to office-based roles.
Level 2 Award in Customer Service. A short qualification recognised by employers in retail, hospitality, and contact centres.
Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2. The recognised GCSE equivalent, useful for further study or employment requirements.
Level 3 qualification in your chosen sector. Once you have a Level 2, many colleges and employers will consider you for Level 3 study.
