SP: Workplace Preparation

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION:

The purpose of the programme is to prepare the young and unemployed for work (environment) placement.

A QUALIFIED LEARNER WILL BE ABLE TO:

• Gain better insight about employment and expectations,
• Present themselves well for interviews;
• Make a good impression to prospective employers;
• Manage work activities efficiently
• Communicate effectively within a team
• Manage him/herself, including his/her money.

SKILLS RATIONALE:

To develop work place skills for young and unemployed to capacitate them for employment opportunities available in the market. The workplace skills are normally not taught within professional qualifications. The training is geared to prepare the learners for the job market.

The learner will have skills for searching for employment, preparing and presenting him/herself well when opportunities arise The learner will learn about:

• What work is about
• Job search and interview
• Expectations as an employee
• Succeeding at work
• Managing self and working with others.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Open access

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES:

• Conduct self-evaluation and analysis of personal attributes and skills.
• Prepare and search for a suitable job.
• Manage interview interactions effectively.
• Manage change in work environment.
• Work and communicate effectively in and outside a team.
• Make effective and informed decisions.
• Solve work place problem effectively and systematically.
• Conduct one professionally and ethically.
• Plan and manage time effectively.
• Budget and manage personal money.
• Maintain work place safety and health.