L1 Award In Employability Skills (NCFE)

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 employability@stcg.ac.uk