Extended Certificate in Employability Skills Entry Level

Course Code:  BACF4642-26A

Days:  TBC

Start Date:  01/09/2026

Course requirements

Not sure what your next step is? This supportive and practical course is the perfect starting point to help you build confidence, develop key life skills, and prepare for college and the workplace. Designed for students who may need a more supported introduction to learning, this course offers a nurtured approach to college life, with smaller class sizes and additional support in the classroom. You will develop communication skills, build friendships, and begin exploring your future career options in a safe and encouraging environment.

What will I do?

You will take part in a wide range of engaging and practical activities designed to build your confidence, independence, and personal development skills. As part of your course, you will attend Maths and English lessons if you have not yet achieved a Grade 4. Alongside this, you will take part in activities such as enterprise projects and work-related learning across different areas of the college, helping you gain experience and understand the world of work. You will develop skills in areas such as: - Setting goals for personal development - Communication and building positive relationships - Teamwork and working with others - Time keeping and organisation - Behaviour and conduct in the workplace - Career planning and exploring future options - Writing to communicate - Using presentation software - Understanding money, time and temperature

What will it give me?

The course will give you an