Level 1 Award in Employability Skills for Adults
Course Code: Q269813
Key Information
Course type:
Preparation for Work
Campus:
Highbury Campus
Start Date:
Various
Duration:
12 weeks
Attendance:
Part-time
Fees:
Free

This qualification aims to develop and enhance skills you need for the working environment. It will also improve your confidence and communication skills in order to prepare you for employment or for a change in employment.
Units may include:
- understanding mindset
- job application skills
- writing a cv
- coping with change
- problem solving at work
- job search skills
- working in a team.
Please note, this course is taught in various locations.
There are no formal entry requirements to join this course.
Classes are three hours long, held over a week over a 12-week period.
Your progress will be assessed by your lecturer through participation in group discussions and activities.
You could go on to study a Level 1 Certificate in Employability
Level 1 Award in Employability Skills for Adults
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