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Courses and support to help you improve your chances of gaining employment in areas such as childcare, adult social care, business start ups and hospitality.

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AAT Bookkeeping Level 1

If you have no prior accounting knowledge, this first-level bookkeeping qualification will give you an understanding of manual, single-entry bookkeeping basics.

course code: VESSSFS2425

Availability: This course is full, but you can apply to join the queue for a place if one becomes available on this or a similar course.
places: full
Start: 26 Feb 2025 (Spring)
Weeks: 21 weeks
Times: Wed 17:00-19:30
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

AAT Bookkeeping Level 2

Gain the skills and essential knowledge needed for completing the manual bookkeeping activities that underpin all accountancy and finance roles.

course code: VESSSFS2426

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 4
Start: 01 Mar 2025 (Spring)
Weeks: 21 weeks
Times: Sat 10:00-13:00
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

AAT Business Skills Level 1

This first level qualification helps you support finance teams with everyday business activities, and understand sales and purchases processes.

course code: VESSSFS2424

Availability: This course is not accepting online applications, please either make an enquiry, or email us at acl@islington.gov.uk or WhatsApp us on 07734 777 466 on applying to this course.
places: 1
Start: 24 Feb 2025 (Spring)
Weeks: 16 weeks
Times: Mon 17:00-19:30
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

Level 1 Supporting Children in Nursery and Reception

Start the journey to gain qualifications for working with children under 5. Discover how children learn through play and take part in practical play activities. Learners will achieve a Level 1 Award on successful completion of the course.

course code: VESSPFS2448

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 7
Start: 14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Tue 13:00-15:00
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

Level 2 Early Years Practitioners

This level 2 qualification is ideal for learners looking to work with children between birth and 5 years, and gain knowledge of working with children up to 7 years. A placement at an appropriate setting will be required as well as year-long classroom study.

course code: VESAUFS2418

Availability: This course is not accepting online applications, please either make an enquiry, or email us at acl@islington.gov.uk or WhatsApp us on 07734 777 466 on applying to this course.
places: 5
Start: 19 Sep 2024 (Autumn)
Weeks: 36 weeks
Times: Thu 09:30-15:00
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

Level 2 Information, Advice & Guidance

Studying this course will provide an in-depth understanding of the key areas associated with giving effective IAG. Knowledge and skills learnt will include signposting, referrals, record keeping, confidentiality and communication/listening techniques.

course code: VESAYFS2404

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 4
Start: 17 Sep 2024 (Autumn)
Weeks: 34 weeks
Times: Tue 13:00-16:00
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

Plan for Your Success with our Information, Advice and Guidance

Get impartial one to one information advice and guidance from a qualified advisor to help you move forward into work or further training. Sessions are by appointment only contact Alison on 07808 879044 or email alison.moore@islington.gov.uk

course code: VESSPFS2435

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 5
Start: 15 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Wed 09:30-12:00 x11 Thu 09:00-10:00 x1 Fri 13:30-16:00 x11
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

Preparing to work with Children in Schools Level 1

Understand the British school system and gain confidence in volunteering in a nursery or primary schools. Develop your skills in listening to children and creating activities to support children’s learning.

course code: VESSPFS2450

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 7
Start: 14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Tue 09:45-12:45
where: 1st Steps Learning Centre Google map
fees: free