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Award in Employability Skills

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Course overview


This course is designed to help students build confidence, independence
and practical skills for the workplace while exploring a range of creative and
professional subjects.


Alongside completing the Employability Skills qualification, students will
take part in hands-on sessions across Music, Film, Games, Photography, Art,
Business and IT, helping them discover their interests and develop valuable
real-world experience.



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Course information


Throughout the course, students will develop skills including:



  • Teamwork and Communication – Learn how to work positively with others,
    share ideas and take part in group projects.

  • Film and Creative Media Activities – Explore filmmaking, camera skills,
    editing and visual storytelling.

  • Photography Skills – Learn how to take creative photographs while
    exploring lighting, composition and image editing.

  • Games and Digital Skills – Experiment with games design, gameplay projects
    and creative software.

  • Music Production and Performance – Take part in music recording,
    production and practical workshop sessions.

  • Art and Design Projects – Develop creativity through drawing, design and
    practical art activities.

  • Business and Enterprise Skills – Learn about teamwork, planning ideas and
    professional behaviour in the workplace.

  • IT and Digital Confidence – Build confidence using computers, software and
    digital tools.

  • Personal Development and Employability – Improve organisation, confidence,
    time management and interview skills.