Education
At Crossland and Dudson Training, we believe that everyone should have the right to learn and benefit from having skills to improve their chances of getting a better job and improving their life. This is why we offer training courses in IT, Maths, English, Business & Administration, IT and Employability. Whilst most of our courses are FREE there are occasions that we might need to charge, so please contact our office for more information.
A qualification is proof that you have knowledge or a skill in a certain area. Qualifications aren't the only way to show your skills: work experience, apprenticeships or volunteering are other ways of showing what you can do. But qualifications are a good way to let an employer see what skills and knowledge you have. Don’t worry if you haven’t studied for a while. Many people return to learning after a break, and really enjoy the experience.
A qualification is proof that you have knowledge or a skill in a certain area. Qualifications aren't the only way to show your skills: work experience, apprenticeships or volunteering are other ways of showing what you can do. But qualifications are a good way to let an employer see what skills and knowledge you have. Don’t worry if you haven’t studied for a while. Many people return to learning after a break, and really enjoy the experience.
English and maths qualifications:
These are sometimes called Functional Skills qualifications. They’re based on national standards recognised by employers and colleges. A range of qualifications are available.
You can take an English and maths qualification if you:
- Are over 16 years old
- Have left compulsory full-time education
- Have English and maths skills below level 2 (GCSE) standard
We Offer Qualifications in:
- English/literacy
- Maths/numeracy
- ICT
- Employability
Qualification levels:
- Entry level 3
- Level 1
- Level 2
- Level 3 (Apprenticeships)
Business and Administration Courses:
An NVQ in Business and Administration can help you succeed in a support role in any size or type of organisation. These roles include:
At Level 1 you will learn how to carry out everyday administrative tasks.
Level 2 will help you gain practical know-how in providing routine and more complex administrative support.
At Levels 3 and 4, you can build on your achievements to gain greater technical and managerial skills, as well as supervising others and contributing to the wider strategy of your organisation or department.
To gain an NVQ, you need to show you've got a particular set of skills. You usually work with your training provider to review your current skills and find the best way to gain new ones - perhaps by trying new things at work, or by studying.
NVQs are assessed at work or in a simulated workplace. For each unit, your assessor watches and asks questions as you perform a task, or looks at a portfolio of work that you have built as formal evidence of your learning. Then they confirm you've got the skills to do the job well.
- Secretary
- Receptionist
- Administrator
- Personal assistant
- Office supervisor team leader
- Manager
At Level 1 you will learn how to carry out everyday administrative tasks.
Level 2 will help you gain practical know-how in providing routine and more complex administrative support.
At Levels 3 and 4, you can build on your achievements to gain greater technical and managerial skills, as well as supervising others and contributing to the wider strategy of your organisation or department.
To gain an NVQ, you need to show you've got a particular set of skills. You usually work with your training provider to review your current skills and find the best way to gain new ones - perhaps by trying new things at work, or by studying.
NVQs are assessed at work or in a simulated workplace. For each unit, your assessor watches and asks questions as you perform a task, or looks at a portfolio of work that you have built as formal evidence of your learning. Then they confirm you've got the skills to do the job well.
Which level is right for me?
Level 1
You are just starting out and want to learn how to carry out basic administrative tasks. You need everyday skills, including handling mail and working and communicating with others.
Level 2
You are in a junior role and want to develop your skills to become a future team leader or business manager. You need practical knowledge of more complex administrative support, perhaps supporting meetings and events or retrieving information
Level 3
You have some knowledge and experience of administration systems. You want to develop your skills to implement and monitor administrative procedures and systems, perhaps to move into a management role.
Level 4
You deliver administrative support services and contribute at a strategic level. You may lead or manage a team, or want to move into that role. You need a range of administrative and management skills such as budget management and promoting innovation.
"The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet."
Aristotle
You are just starting out and want to learn how to carry out basic administrative tasks. You need everyday skills, including handling mail and working and communicating with others.
Level 2
You are in a junior role and want to develop your skills to become a future team leader or business manager. You need practical knowledge of more complex administrative support, perhaps supporting meetings and events or retrieving information
Level 3
You have some knowledge and experience of administration systems. You want to develop your skills to implement and monitor administrative procedures and systems, perhaps to move into a management role.
Level 4
You deliver administrative support services and contribute at a strategic level. You may lead or manage a team, or want to move into that role. You need a range of administrative and management skills such as budget management and promoting innovation.
"The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet."
Aristotle
