Employability Skills
About
This course is suitable if you are a school leaver or young person with learning difficulties who needs to develop your skills and confidence in a supported setting. S
Start
This course starts in September
Duration
1 year
Level
Entry Level Certificate
Location
Bridgend Campus
Overview & Modules
Successful completion of the course should enable you to demonstrate that you have the personal skills, qualities and attitudes needed by employers or tutors enabling you to progress to the next academic level. You will also undertake work related activities which will enable you to develop your employability and team skills.
Modules include:
- Planning for progression
- Effective skills, qualities and attitudes for learning and work
- Rights and responsibilities in the workplace
- Managing personal finance
- Communication skills
- Numeracy
- ICT
You will also develop a number of skills including numeracy, literacy and digital skills throughout the course.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in a variety of ways which could include assignments, external examinations, case studies and continual class assessment.
Entry requirements
This programme is offered to school leavers and young adults with mild to moderate learning difficulties. Places on the course are allocated subject to receiving suitable references from a previous educational establishment and attending an interview. As demand for places is high, we arrange a ‘transition session’ to ensure we have the right course for the right individual.
Continue your studies
Progress to mainstream or supported learning programmes.
Latest regional data including Bridgend, Cardiff and Swansea.
Currently Employed
8671
Job opportunities
957
Average Wage
£15059
