Free Skills for Employment Course in Barking and Dagenham – Rush Green Campus

CostFREE
Duration44 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Free Skills for Employment Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Rush Green Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 44 hours in total, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build the practical skills and knowledge employers look for, covering areas such as communication, teamwork, and workplace readiness. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this level 1 skills for employment qualification is the right fit for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.

Entry requirements

Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication skills used in everyday work situations.
  • You'll practise working as part of a team.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself professionally to employers.
  • You'll build awareness of workplace rights and responsibilities.
  • You'll develop skills for finding and applying for jobs.
  • You'll improve your confidence in written and spoken English for work.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered face to face at Rush Green Campus. You'll take part in group activities, discussions, and practical tasks in the classroom. Assessment is based on the work you produce during the course, such as written tasks and practical activities. There are no formal exams. Your tutor will give you feedback throughout to help you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, handling enquiries and supporting customers
  • Warehouse operative, working in stock and logistics
  • Care assistant, supporting people in care settings
  • Retail assistant, working on the shop floor or at a till
  • Receptionist, meeting visitors and managing calls
  • Admin assistant, supporting office teams with everyday tasks

What you could study next

After completing this level 1 skills for employment course, you could move on to:

  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths, recognised by employers as a GCSE equivalent
  • Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, to develop your job-readiness further
  • A vocational Level 2 qualification in a specific sector such as health and social care, business administration, or retail

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