Enterprise and Employability

LEVEL 4/5 - National Progression Award

Course will enable learners to develop and practice their knowledge and understanding of relevant and transferable skills needed in today's workplace.

QUALIFICATION

National Progression Award at Level 4 or 5

DURATION

1 Year

COURSEWORK

100%

EXAM

N/A

COST

NIL

TEACHERS

Various

WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?

You will explore behaviours and health and safety requirements for work.

You will explore what is required to run your own business.

You will undertake work experience

You will develop your confidence, analytical skills, evaluation skills, creative thinking, self-awareness, critical thinking, resilience and communication skills.

wHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE?

You will experience

Unit 1 - Personal Development: Self and Work - explore where to look for and how to apply for jobs; prepare CV, cover letter; take part in a mock interview; reflect on your strengths, areas for development and next steps.
Unit 2 - Preparing for Work: - explore behaviours in the workplace and their impact on you, your colleagues and employer; explore health and safety legislation, responsibilities and why it is important.
Unit 3 - Enterprise Skills- explore the skills and qualities of a successful entrepreneur; research, develop and create your own mini enterprise project.
Work Experience - take part in work experience and reflect on your experiences.

KEY FACTS

Everything you need to know before selecting this course

entry requirements

Enthusiasm and desire to add to employability skill set.

Level 3/4 Literacy

what will you get?

Pupils will gain a National Progression Award at level 4 or 5

progress

Further vocational courses such as Skills for Work

Business related awards/courses at level 5 or 6

EMPLOYMENT

Career opportunities from this course as follows:

The skills developed throughout this course will benefit you in any career path you choose to pursue