Key Facts

  • Starting
    1 Aug 2023
    Location
    Merton College Remote Learning
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Roll-On Roll-Off (Any Day of Week)
    Start Date
    1 Aug 2023
    End Date
    31 Jul 2024
    Level
    Level 2
    Code
    MAB1055CP

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    Free
L1 Award In Employability Skills (NCFE)

This qualification aims to develop and enhance skills required for the working environment and improve confidence and communication skills in order to prepare you for employment or for a change in employment.

  • Entry Requirements


    You need to have lived in the EU for three years and be aged 19+. You will need to be confident with written English in order to meet the required standards.

  • Course Content


    It comprises of 4 units:

    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.

    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.

    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.

    Writing a CV This unit covers the information required to create a CV and allows learners to create their own CV. For further information or to register for this course please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Progression Next Steps


    Join other courses at Merton Adult Education such as training for work courses and IT courses. We also have a wide range of distance learning courses .

  • Course Structure


    This course is fully funded, meaning there is no cost to you.

    On completion you will gain a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification.

    You can learn at a time that suits you without the need to attend college.

    The course is totally flexible so you can start whenever you wish.

    The course will be completed online and takes approx. 8 weeks to complete.

    You are welcome to take more than one course but you can only take one course at a time

  • Assessment Details


    You will complete the course on our distance learning platform E-Assessor Pro. An assessor will be assigned to you and they will assess your work and send you feedback as you progress through the course.