Free Level 2 Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development Course in Peterborough. Classes run at Peterborough College, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. This skills for employment, training and personal development qualification builds the study skills and subject knowledge you need to progress to a Level 3 Access to Higher Education course. You'll also have the opportunity to work toward GCSE or Functional Skills qualifications alongside the main programme. Entry requires Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths, though relevant experience may be considered instead.
Who this course is for
The PreAccess course is a 1 year fulltime course for motivated individuals aged 18 or over who want to develop study skills and subject knowledge at level 2 in preparation for a Level 3 Access to HE course or who do not have sufficient qualifications to be accepted on to an Access to HE course currently. The course will result in an NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Employment Training and Personal Development qualification. You will also be given the opportunity to study GCSE or Functional Skills English and/ or maths qualifications as part of the course which are also required for progression to the Access to HE courses.
Entry requirements
For entry on to the preAccess course students should hold Functional Skills Level 1 or above in English and maths. However formal qualifications may not be necessary for entry to this course if you are able to demonstrate relevant industry experience or evidence of other work training.
What you will learn
You'll develop study skills to support progression to Level 3 learning.
You'll build subject knowledge at Level 2 across core academic areas.
You'll strengthen your written and verbal communication skills.
You'll practise research, note-taking, and independent learning techniques.
You'll work toward GCSE or Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths.
You'll gain an understanding of personal development and goal-setting.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Peterborough College, full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, guided study, and coursework. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio evidence rather than formal exams. The course runs over 36 weeks, giving you time to build skills progressively before moving on to Level 3 study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Peterborough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrative assistant: office support roles in a range of sectors.
Customer service advisor: front-line roles in retail, finance, or public services.
Healthcare support worker: entry-level roles in NHS or care settings.
Teaching assistant: supporting learning in schools or colleges.
Community support worker: working with individuals in social care or charity settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma: the natural next step, preparing you for university-level study in your chosen subject area.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in a vocational subject: if you want to go deeper into a specific career field before university or employment.
Functional Skills Level 2 in English or Maths: if you want to complete these alongside or after the course to strengthen your applications.
