Course details
Course Title:
Business and Retail - Gateway Entry 3 Award
Course Number:
SKV42173
Venue:
Village Learning Centre
Learning Area:
Level:
Start Date:
07 November 2024
End Date:
10 July 2025
Session Time(s):
09:30 - 12:00Total Hours:
75
Class Size:
Between 8 and 16 learners
Who is this course for
This course is intended to give you an introduction to working in business and administration, reviewing the underpinning knowledge, and giving an introduction to the skills required to allow you to gain confidence in working in roles in business.This will support progression into employment and to qualifications in this area.
What are the entry requirements
There are no prior skills, knowledge or understanding requirements for these qualifications.Please note:
You must attend all classes and arrive to classes on time; failure to do this may result in non-achievement.
What will I be learning
You will learn about the key principles of business administration and how these are applied within the workplace, including the following areas:Understanding employer organisations
Communication skills for work
Working in Business and administration
Managing self and own performance and development
Using IT and numbers in business.
How will I be assessed and supported
During the course you will develop an individual learning journal to include your key learning points and reflection on new learning.At DALS, we use an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) to set and review targets and provide feedback, enabling continual reflection and evaluation throughout the course. Learners will also receive verbal and/or written feedback on marked work. Learners will use their ILP to help track and monitor their own progress towards set goals, to support personal development and achievement.
At enrolment, it is important that you tell us if you have a learning difficulty or disability and require support. Learners declaring a support need will be referred for an assessment. If an enhanced support need is confirmed, a Support Package will be offered, to assist your progress in your learning and development, specific to your assessed needs.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring a folder for storing any paper handouts, notepad, pen, and proof of identification.Any additional costs?
A registration and certification fee will apply, this is set by the awarding body and is therefore subject to change.What can this course lead to
We have lots of courses planned to ensure you have a variety of progression routes. If you are interested in another course, please ask for more information or telephone our Helpline on 01332 956565 or DALSenquiries@derby.gov.ukOn completion of this course, you could progress to:
Entry level Certificate in business and retail
Level 1 Award in Business and Retail
Level 1 Certificate in Business and Retail
Level 1 Diploma in Business and Retail
Level 2 Award in Business
Level 2 Certificate in Business
Level 2 Diploma in Business
English Functional Skills
Maths Functional Skills
Employability courses
Village Learning Centre
Address:
Village Learning Centre, Browning Street, Derby, DE23 8DN
Phone: 01332 956340
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Online
You can enrol onto this course now using our online secure website:
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In person
You can pop into any of our centres to enrol:
Village Learning Centre - Browning Street, Derby, DE23 8DN
Opening Times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4.30pm and Weds/Thurs evenings until 8.30pm.
Derby Multicultural Centre – Dairyhouse Road, Derby, DE23 8HN
Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 5pm and Mon/Tues evenings until 8.30pm.
Allen Park Centre - Allen Park Centre, Allen Street, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9DE
Opening times: Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm
Kedleston Road Training Centre - 184 Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GT
Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4pm and Mon evening until 8.30pm.
By telephone
Enquiries: 01332 956565
By Email
DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk
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Note: Please bring evidence of eligibility for fee reduction to the first class.