Skills for Work

L2 Level 2
13 April 2026 — 1 May 2026
City Centre Campus, Cardiff
£: This course is free for unemployed adults in receipt of specific benefits. If eligible, you do not pay the 'Course fee' listed under 'Course fee per year'. A registration fee of £10-40 may be charged. Any professional registration fee / exam fee / other fee listed will need to be paid for. Financial support for these costs may be available. To find our more go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding

About this course

Are you ready to take the next step towards a successful career? 

Our exciting 3-week programme is designed to provide you with the opportunity to gain the skills, confidence, and practical experience needed to secure your next job. 

  • Master key employability skills such as CV writing, record keeping, and interview preparation
  • Learn essential Microsoft Office skills
  • Obtain qualifications desired by Employers

This programme is fully funded and endorsed by the DWP.

What you will study

This programme is delivered Monday - Friday (9:30am - 4:30pm) for 3 weeks.

Topics covered: 

  • Leadership & Team Skills
  • Communication in the Workplace
  • Equality & diversity in the workplace
  • Workplace finances 
  • CV writing 
  • Interview skills
  • And more! 

Qualifications: 

  • ILM Level 2 Award in Leadership and Team Skills
  • Agored Level 1 Spreadsheet

This programme is fully endorsed by several local employers and will offer networking opportunities and insights into current job vacancies and the qualities hiring managers are looking for.

All applicants will be required to complete a short initial screener and an interview as part of the application process. 

Entry requirements

This programme is fully funded by Multiply.

You are eligible if you:

  • are aged 19 or above
  • live in Wales

Application day Thursday 6th March @ One Canal Parade from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.

All applicants will be required to complete a short initial screener as part of the application process.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

13 April 2026

End date

1 May 2026

Time of day

Day Time

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions
£: This course is free for unemployed adults in receipt of specific benefits. If eligible, you do not pay the 'Course fee' listed under 'Course fee per year'. A registration fee of £10-40 may be charged. Any professional registration fee / exam fee / other fee listed will need to be paid for. Financial support for these costs may be available. To find our more go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding

Course code

CSEP2P03
L2

Qualification

Employability Programme

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE