Certificate in Business and Administration (Level 1)

The Level 1 Business and Administration course provides the first step towards a career in administration. You will be introduced to the basic elements that are needed to work and communicate in a business environment and enable learners to work on a range of practical skills in a real working environment.

What will I study?

• Communicate in a business environment
• Work in a business environment
• Make and receive telephone calls 
• Assist in handling the mail
• Using a filing system
• Using e-mail

Who is the course for?

• People aged 16 – 18
• People aged up to 24 who declare a disability and have an EHC Plan
• 19+

What are the entry requirements?

• Learners are required to have an English and Maths qualification at Entry 2 or above.
• The course requires a degree of personal responsibility and the ability to work as part of a team.

How will I be assessed?

• You will be assessed throughout the course as you build a portfolio of work that shows evidence of the skills you have learnt.

What could I progress to?
After you have achieved the Level 1 Business and Administration qualification, you could progress to:

• Level 2 Business and Administration course
• Traineeships
• Apprenticeship
• Employment / volunteering

What is a Study Programme?
If you are aged 16 – 18 or up to 24, declare a disability and have an EHC Plan this course will form part of your study programme.

The programme also includes:

• English & Maths
• Citizenship & Employability
• Work Experience or Placement
• Enrichment
• 1-to-1 Personal Tutor Sessions