L1 Award in Employability Skills (NCFE)

We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

No qualifications are required for this course.

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish! Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education.

During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

Delivery of this qualification will be a either face to face or online, and will take a maximum of 60 hours to complete.

• 1 week intensive course
• Flexible online delivery

It comprises of 4 units:

1. Understanding mindset This unit aims to provide learners with an understanding of how employability can be affected by their mindset, focusing on the key qualities sought by employers. During the unit you will identify what mindset qualities are attractive to employers, and recognise what qualities you already have. You will also outline how your own mindset qualities could affect your employability and set up an action plan to improve these qualities.

2. Job application This unit introduces learners to the sort of information needed for a job application, how to complete a straightforward job application form and write a covering letter. The unit content includes understanding the type of information usually requested in job application forms, presenting information appropriately for the audience and purpose, and basic guidelines for completing forms and formal letter writing.

3. Interview skills This unit introduces learners to the preparation needed for job interviews and being interviewed. The unit content will include finding out more about the recruiting organisation and the role, identifying and preparing for potential interview questions, appropriate dress and language for interviews, speaking and listening skills and getting feedback. You will also receive a mock interview with one of our local employers.

4. Writing a CV This unit covers the information required to create a CV and allows learners to create their own CV.

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