Professional and Service Industries Employability Skills

Applications Open - Monday 2 November 2026

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.

Our Level 1 Employability course is designed to help you explore your interests and build the skills you need for your future career.

You will experience a range of practical tasters across key pathways, including Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Early Years Education, and Health and Social Care. These sessions will help you develop confidence, discover your strengths, and make informed choices about progressing onto a Level 2 vocational course.

This course is designed for students who currently do not hold English and Maths qualifications and are working at Entry level 3 or above.

For the duration of the course, you will work to achieve Functional Skills Maths and English qualifications.

To achieve the Award in Employability, you will cover units such as:

• Working in a team
• Digital skills
• Career planning
• Communication skills