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Practical Work Skills - Level 1

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As well as studying a range of skills related to customer service, rights and responsibilities in the work place and team building activities, this course will also enable you to build your self-confidence and improve your personal and social development.

You will study at the Derby Road site and will access live working areas e.g. Courtyard Café and Diner.

What will I study?

  • Work safely
  • Effective communication in the workplace
  • Basic food preparation
  • Customer service
  • Serving food and drink
  • Personal presentation skills
  • Undertake a work placement
  • Work based experience
  • Teamwork
  • Cooking skills
  • Rights and responsibilities in the workplace
  • Planning for progression.
  • Entry requirements

    This course is only available to 16-18 year olds or 19-25 with an EHC Plan.

    • There are no formal entry requirements
    • You will be expected to complete an initial assessment, attend an interview and provide a written reference.
  • Assessment

    You'll be assessed through your portfolio work and practical assessments.

  • Progression
  • Careers
  • Qualifications gained
    • Certificate in Employability Skills
    • AIM Award
  • Additional costs

    At West Notts College, our students benefit from excellent facilities and equipment across all campuses. However, some courses require students to purchase specific tools, equipment, or specialist clothing to fully participate in practical learning.

    Visit our kit lists page to see what clothing and equipment you’ll need, and start preparing for your studies in September.

    Visit the kit lists page

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Why choose us?

Excellent student support services

We’ve got a great student support network offering advice and guidance on careers and future employment, finance, health and welfare, additional learning support and much more.

Getting here couldn’t be easier!

Whether you travel by bus, train or on foot there are many different transport options available. You can also unleash your freedom with the West Notts College Travel Scheme which provides a flexible and great value bus travel service.

Campuses across Mansfield and Ashfield

We have eight campuses each boasting a number of state-of-the-art facilities.

Strong industry links

We’re always investing in college facilities to make sure you have access to the most up-to-date, industry-standard equipment. Our strong links with employers means you can secure work placements as part of your wider learning – providing you with vital industry experience and employability skills, getting you ready for the world of work.

Tutors who really know their industry

Most have worked in the industry they're teaching, so you'll learn the skills employers are looking for. They'll support and encourage you to achieve the best results possible.

LGBTQ+ celebration

We proudly celebrate LGBTQ+ diversity, including Pride. Our college is a supportive community that welcomes and embraces individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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