Award in Employability Skills Creative and Design

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply - Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide.

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Ashford College

Application Limits - You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

This course is designed to help students build confidence, independence and practical skills for the workplace while exploring a range of creative and professional subjects.

Alongside completing the Employability Skills qualification, students will take part in hands-on sessions across Music, Film, Games, Photography, Art, Business and IT, helping them discover their interests and develop valuable real-world experience.

Throughout the course, students will develop skills including:

• Teamwork and Communication – Learn how to work positively with others, share ideas and take part in group projects.
• Film and Creative Media Activities – Explore filmmaking, camera skills, editing and visual storytelling.
• Photography Skills – Learn how to take creative photographs while exploring lighting, composition and image editing.
• Games and Digital Skills – Experiment with games design, gameplay projects and creative software.
• Music Production and Performance – Take part in music recording, production and practical workshop sessions.
• Art and Design Projects – Develop creativity through drawing, design and practical art activities.
• Business and Enterprise Skills – Learn about teamwork, planning ideas and professional behaviour in the workplace.
• IT and Digital Confidence – Build confidence using computers, software and digital tools.
• Personal Development and Employability – Improve organisation, confidence, time management and interview skills.

Assessment is completed through coursework and practical activities. Students will complete Units that will go towards achieving the award alongside building a portfolio of evidence showing their skills, participation and development throughout the year.

There are no formal exams.

This course is ideal for students who want to build confidence, gain practical experience and explore different creative subjects before progressing onto further study or employment.

No previous experience is required.

This course can help students progress onto:

• Level 2 creative or vocational courses
• Further employability training
• Apprenticeships and supported internships
• Entry-level employment opportunities