Course overview

Are you looking to upskill for employment as well as learning ESOL? Then attend this course and boost your employability skills as well as the usual English skills; speaking, listening, reading and writing. If you’re entering the workforce for the first time or after a long break, this course can teach you essential skills employers look for and prepare you for the transition. Also, if you are new to the UK and want to upskill yourself and learn more about the workforce here in the UK. There are various topics covered over the 3 consecutive courses; - Life in the UK - Jobs and work in the UK - Driving theory - Confidence building Feel confident stepping into the workforce. This course will provide you with the soft skills required to get that job and give you the confidence and self-esteem to sell what you have to offer to potential employers.

Course description

This set of 3 courses will give you the chance to start gaining soft skills needed in the workplace in the UK as well as general life in the UK.

You will gain confidence and gain a better understanding of various relevant topics in a friendly environment with a fully qualified tutor.

This course is only open to parents of children at Woodnook Primary School due to safeguarding issues.

Find your strengths and learn how to showcase them in this friendly informal course. By the end you will have more confidence and more skills. This course is for anyone wanting to learn skills for employment. It is suitable for all types of learners.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know. We will do everything we can to accommodate your needs. Please make sure you have access to the internet for the duration of this course.

Our tutors use the WEA’s digital learning portal, Canvas, to send you important information and tasks. The WEA specialises in teaching adults. We want you to enjoy your studies, that’s why our tutors take great care to create a positive learning environment. Most of our courses are free for most of our learners. Please note that you need to get to the end of the enrolment process to see the discounts.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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