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Free Level 2 Self-Employment Course in Market Harborough

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 Market Harborough. Classes run at Workpays Market Harborough, daytime with flexible scheduling.

The course is for people who already have some knowledge or experience of self-employment and want to build on it. You'll explore what it takes to run your own business, including marketing, planning, and understanding your responsibilities as a sole trader. It covers 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 identify the key steps to becoming successfully self-employed.
  • You'll develop a plan for setting up and running your own business.
  • You'll learn how to market your business to attract customers.
  • You'll understand your legal and financial responsibilities as a self-employed person.
  • You'll assess the risks and opportunities involved in working for yourself.
  • You'll build knowledge of pricing, record-keeping, and managing income.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the centre, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is supported by tutor-led discussion and practical activities. Assessment is based on the work you produce during the course, such as business plans and written tasks, rather than a formal exam.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sole trader, running your own small business in any sector.
  • Freelancer, offering services such as design, writing, or consulting.
  • Market trader, selling goods independently at markets or online.
  • Self-employed tradesperson, working independently in a skilled trade.
  • Online seller, managing your own e-commerce store or marketplace listings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Business Management, a natural next step if you want to deepen your management knowledge.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Digital Marketing, useful for growing your business online.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, helpful for managing your own finances and bookkeeping as a self-employed person.

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