Workplace Preparation
- NQF Level 2
QCTO Skills Programme
Course details:
NQF Level: 2
Accreditation: QCTO
Qualification ID: 201201
Certification: Yes
Credits: 30
Duration: 30 Days
Course purpose
This programme is designed to equip young, unemployed individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary for successful work placement. By the end of the course, learners will gain valuable insights into employment expectations, interview skills, workplace conduct, teamwork, personal finance management, and more.
Course structure and topics:
Why work and why you matter: Understand the significance of work in contributing to personal and community development.
Job search and growth mindset: Learn job search strategies and develop a positive attitude to grow professionally.
Know yourself to grow yourself: Enhance self-awareness to foster personal and professional growth.
Expectations: Learn about personal and team expectations and how to communicate them effectively.
Professionalism: Explore professional conduct and how to uphold high standards in the workplace.
Onboarding – getting it right: A step-by-step guide to navigating the first days in a new job successfully.
Succeeding in the workplace: Practical tips for excelling at work, setting goals, and building strong relationships.
Money management I & II: Learn essential financial management skills, including budgeting, saving, and avoiding debt.
Time management: Techniques for efficient use of time to reduce stress and increase productivity.
Interview and communication: Prepare for job interviews and master effective communication techniques.
Teamwork: Develop collaboration skills to work well within a team environment.
Problem solving and critical thinking: Apply logic and critical thinking to tackle workplace challenges.
Beat COVID-19: Understand how to manage health risks, focusing on recovery and prevention during the pandemic.
Employment opportunities:
Administrative Assistant
Customer Service Representative
Retail Assistant
Warehouse Operative
Sales Assistant
Receptionist
Junior Data Entry Clerk
Hospitality Staff
Call Centre Agent
Internship Opportunities
Entry requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
- Open access
Exit level outcomes
- Understand the dynamics of employment and workplace expectations.
- Prepare and present themselves effectively for interviews.
- Make a lasting impression on prospective employers.
- Efficiently manage work tasks and time.
- Communicate clearly and effectively within a team.
- Manage personal finances responsibly and self-regulate.
Qualification breakdown
This skills programme consists of 30 credits
- Knowledge component
- Application component
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