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Free Level 2 Self-Employment Course in Corby

CostFREE
Duration72 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Self-Employment Course in Corby. Classes run at Workpays Corby, during the day with flexible scheduling to suit you.

The course is aimed at people who already have some knowledge or experience of self-employment and want to build on it. You'll cover what it takes to become successfully self-employed, from understanding your market to promoting your business effectively. It runs for around 72 hours of study in total.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Award in Preparing for Self-Employment.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to become self-employed who already have some knowledge and/or experience of what it is required. It will give you detailed knowledge and understanding required to become successfully self-employed and market your own business to get the most from it.

Entry requirements

A desire to become self-employed in the future is important. You will require a good understanding of English at Level 2, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the key steps to becoming self-employed.
  • You'll explore how to identify and research your target market.
  • You'll learn how to market and promote your business.
  • You'll develop knowledge of financial planning and managing business costs.
  • You'll understand legal and regulatory responsibilities for self-employed people.
  • You'll build a plan for launching and sustaining your own business.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Workpays Corby, with tutor-led discussions and practical activities. Assessment is based on coursework and written tasks that you complete during the course. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will give feedback throughout to support your progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Corby will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sole trader, runs a small business independently in any trade or service.
  • Freelancer, offers skills on a self-employed basis to clients.
  • Market trader, sells goods directly to customers at markets or events.
  • Online retailer, sells products through an e-commerce platform.
  • Self-employed tradesperson, works independently in a skilled trade or craft.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration, a strong next step if you want to grow your management skills.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you plan to train others in your field.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, helpful for managing your own business finances with confidence.

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