Employability Level 1

Employability Skills qualifications are designed to support an individual successfully gaining a job, progressing in a chosen field, preparing the individual for further study and supporting the development of techniques required for successful independent living.

These qualifications are aimed at anyone who wants to live a more independent life, progress in education and/or their employment prospects; get into a job, develop on the job or move onto the next job, as they progress along the career ladder.

• Transferable skills to increase your independence
• What industries are available in your local area (careers)
• Community enterprise projects (teamwork skills)
• Have opportunities to meet employers
• Have opportunities to complete work experience
• What courses are available in your local area
• What Apprenticeships are and how to apply
• How to complete job applications
• Develop and work on your confidence
• CV building
• Digital skills
• Customer service skills
• Communication skills
• Resilience
• Time management
• You will also complete English & Maths – Functional skills

Available for 16-18 years old, not in training and education (and 16-24 with an EHCP).