The qualification includes three mandatory units:

Searching for a job: This unit will help you to develop the skills needed for job searching. You will develop awareness of online and offline job vacancy information as well as how to identify jobs most suitable for you.

Applying for work: This unit will support you to apply for jobs. You will learn about typical methods/processes associated with job roles/sectors of interest to you, the importance of making a good first impression through your job application and CV as well as the type of information you should be provided by recruiting employers.

Interview Skills: This unit will help you to develop the skills you need to prepare for, participate in and review your performance in an interview. These skills include interview preparing, planning and organising. You will also explore what employers are looking for when they carry out interviews.

This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom at our adult learning centres. 

For this course, you will be required to create a portfolio of evidence meeting the assessment criteria for the qualification.

To be eligible for this course, you should be able to demonstrate Entry 3 English skills (speaking, reading, and writing)

You should have experience of using a computer and/or laptop and the internet and ideally have access to a device (laptop or computer) at home. You can apply to our Chromebook loan system if you do not have a suitable device.