Employability, Professional Development & Future Skills
Course Outline
A personalised programme helping young people develop the practical skills, confidence and understanding needed to prepare for further education, training and future employment. Learning connects personal development with real-world employability skills and is adapted around the learner's age, interests, abilities and intended next steps.
Course Modules
Open Awards Level 1 Award and Certificate in Employability and Professional Development (Life Skills)
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Student Expected Outcomes
Increased understanding of education, training and employment pathways; improved communication, organisation and employability skills; greater confidence discussing strengths and aspirations; development of CV, application and interview skills; and preparation for an appropriate post-16 or future employment pathway. Where appropriate, learners can work towards relevant accredited Open Awards units or qualifications.
Key Stage course delivered to
KS3;KS4;KS5
Admissions Criteria
Adapt Ed supports young people aged 10–18. Content and accredited pathways are selected according to the learner's age, starting point, ability, interests and intended next steps.
Staff Experience
Qualified Teacher and 1:1 Mentor
Delivery Area
Suitable teaching environments, community settings and real-world locations depending on the learner's individual programme.
Programme length
Up to a whole Academic Year
Transport Provided
Yes - included as part of the commissioned Adapt Ed placement
Days Of Delivery
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Times of Delivery
TBC
Staff Ratio
1:1
Additional Notes
Employability can form part of the young person's wider Adapt Ed programme alongside English, maths, mentoring, qualifications, life skills and enrichment. Activities can be personalised around sectors and careers that genuinely interest the learner, helping connect current learning with a meaningful future goal.
