Employability Skills - GL11 Community Project

This course is intended for anyone who is looking to gain work, interested in volunteering or looking to change job or career. 

Your progress will be monitored by your tutor throughout the course. The course is free on the basis that all learners will complete a basic English or Maths test at the end of the course. This will take about an hour and will be at a level that every learner will achieve.  

You will need details of your previous education and employment to help you complete a CV.

The course will focus on practical help with job searching, CVs and interview practice from a friendly supportive tutor. In the last two weeks of the course, you will be able to work on your own CV, letters, applications or other individual work with support from a tutor at a level appropriate to your needs.  What will I learn?

•  Recognise your transferable skills
• Build your confidence
• Consider different avenues for work
• Search for jobs including online searches
• Write a confident CV
• Write a professional cover letter
• Practice interview skills
• Use positive communication skills and body language
• Present yourself professionally and confidently
• Update your English or Maths qualification

Employability Skills Certificate in Adult Literacy

You might want to bring a folder to collect handouts. Bring along your existing CV if you have one or a note of your previous experience if you don"t have a CV.

The College has Flexible Learning Centres in Stroud and Dursley where you can study further IT qualifications. The College also offer a wide range of Business and Professional Development course which may enhance your CV.Please contact customer services on 01453 761126 or search our website to access a wide variety of course descriptions.

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Tuesday 21 February - 13 March 2012, 09.30-12.30 (4 weeks)
Tuesday 17 April - 8 May 2012, 09.30-12.30 (4 weeks)
Tuesday 15 May - 12 June 2012, 09.30-12.30 (4 weeks)