NCFE

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills

Our NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills is designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed to enter the workforce. These qualifications may also be eligible for funding; please consult your local funding provider for detailed guidance. The purpose of this qualification is to prepare individuals for the professional world by developing and enhancing skills necessary for the working environment. Our objectives are to bolster learners’ confidence, improve their motivation for employment, and enhance their communication skills and personal effectiveness. Additionally, this qualification provides a solid foundation for further study and career development.

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Study Mode

Full-Time/Part-Time

Level of Course

Level 2

Credits

N/A

Learning Hours

GLH 115/TQT 132

Who is it suitable for?

The NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills is suitable for a range of individuals, including:

School Leavers: Young people who are transitioning from school to the workforce and need to build foundational skills for their future careers.

Job Seekers: Individuals currently seeking employment who want to enhance their employability and stand out in the job market with improved skills and confidence.

Career Changers: Those looking to switch career paths and need to acquire or upgrade their skills to meet the demands of new industries or roles.

Young Adults: Individuals looking to boost their confidence and personal effectiveness before entering or re-entering the job market.

Those Seeking Further Study: Learners who wish to use this qualification as a stepping stone to further education or specialized training in their chosen field.

Multiple intakes throughout the year (please contact us for further information)
Evening and Weekend classes also offered (please contact us for further information)

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Programme Details

Programme’s Title	NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills
Entry age	Pre-16
Reference Number	601/4663/1
Mode of Study	Full Time (FT) Part Time (PT)
Learning Hours	GLH 90 TQT 150
Qualification Level	Level 2
Credit Value	15

Progression Opportunities

Learners who achieve these qualifications could progress to:
• NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration
• NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Customer Service
• NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Management
• employment in a wide range of sectors.
They may also be useful to learners studying qualifications in the following sectors:
• business
• customer service
• team leading and management.
Learners can progress from an Award to a Certificate, but centres must carefully consider which
qualification they want to register the learner onto, as the registration fee will be applied for both
qualifications.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for these qualifications. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 1 qualification.
Level 2 Certification is suitable for both pre-16 learners and also learners aged 16 and above.

Qualification Structure

To be awarded the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, learners are required to achieve 15
credits as follows:
• 2 credits from Group A
• A minimum of 13 credits from Group B

Group A mandatory unit

Unit no	Unit title	Credit
Unit 01	Understanding mindset	2

Group B optional units

The optional units are grouped in ‘clusters’ to make selection easier, however, units can be taken from any group and don’t need to be from the same ‘cluster’.

Work awareness cluster

Unit no	Unit title	Credit
Unit 02	Business and customer awareness	2
Unit 03	Dealing with your first days at work	1
Unit 04	Understanding your customers	1
Unit 05	Understanding motivation	1
Unit 06	Understanding work principles	1
Unit 07	Organizational products and services	1

Self-improvement and personal effectiveness for work cluster

Unit no	Unit title	Credit
Unit 08	How to keep improving	2
Unit 09	Setting your targets	1
Unit 10	Managing your time	1
Unit 11	Managing your information	1
Unit 12	Presenting information	2
Unit 13	Presenting yourself	2

Problems and solutions cluster

Unit no	Unit title	Credit
Unit 14	Problem solving in a place of work	2
Unit 15	ICT for employment	2
Unit 16	Understanding innovation	1
Unit 17	Creative thinking	1
Unit 18	Understanding risk	1
Unit 19	Understanding and coping with change	1
Unit 20	Managing a project	2

Taking responsibility cluster

Unit no	Unit title	Credit
Unit 21	Tackling number problems	2
Unit 22	Following instructions	1
Unit 23	Understanding your responsibilities in the workplace	1
Unit 24	Planning a budget	2

Working with others cluster

Unit no	Unit title	Credit
Unit 25	Working in a team	2
Unit 26	Dealing with conflict	1
Unit 27	Working with colleagues	1
Unit 28	Working with managers	1
Unit 29	Valuing and supporting others	1
Unit 30	Using online collaborative workplace tools	3
Unit 31	Social media in the workplace	3

Preparing for work cluster

Unit no	Unit title	Credit
Unit 32	Job search skills	1
Unit 33	Job application skills	1
Unit 34	Interview skills	1
Unit 35	Health, safety and security in the workplace	1

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NCFE

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills

Study Mode

Level of Course

Credits

Learning Hours

Who is it suitable for?

Programme Details

Progression Opportunities

Entry Requirements

Qualification Structure

Group A mandatory unit

Group B optional units

Work awareness cluster

Self-improvement and personal effectiveness for work cluster

Problems and solutions cluster

Taking responsibility cluster

Working with others cluster

Preparing for work cluster

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