Workplace Preparation

NQF Level 02 - SAQA ID: SP201201

The Workplace Preparation Skills Programme prepares learners to operate effectively within a workplace environment by equipping them with essential employability, communication, teamwork, and personal development skills. Learners will gain practical knowledge and workplace readiness competencies required to successfully enter and adapt to the world of work.

Through this programme, learners will develop professionalism, confidence, communication ability, problem-solving skills, time management, and workplace ethics needed to improve employability and succeed within professional environments.

Course Overview

The Workplace Preparation Skills Programme is designed to prepare young and unemployed individuals for employment opportunities by developing workplace readiness and employability skills. The programme focuses on helping learners understand workplace expectations, professional behaviour, teamwork, communication, and personal development.

Learners will gain practical experience in CV preparation, interview techniques, communication, teamwork, money management, time management, and workplace professionalism. They will also develop confidence, critical thinking, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills needed to adapt and succeed within workplace environments.

Course Overview

Duration

The programme combines classroom, practical, and workplace learning. Modules can be scheduled flexibly to meet learner and workplace requirements. Workplace-based activities form a critical part of the programme to ensure applied skills are developed in real retail settings.

Delivery Method

The course can be delivered on-site at the learner’s business, at a training provider facility, or virtually. Accredited providers will supervise practical and workplace-based learning to meet all assessment and credit requirements.

Who Is This Course For?

School leavers entering the job market
Unemployed youth seeking employment opportunities
Individuals preparing for workplace experience programmes
Entry-level employees
Individuals wanting to improve employability skills
Employers looking to prepare workplace learners

Prerequisites

Open access.

Cost

R7 330.00 Per Learner

Course Content

Knowledge Component

Topic 1: Why Work and Why You Matter
Topic 2: Job Search and Growth Mindset
Topic 3: Know Yourself to Grow Yourself
Topic 4: Expectations
Topic 5: Professionalism
Topic 6: Onboarding – Getting it Right
Topic 7: Succeeding in the Workplace
Topic 8: Money Management I
Topic 9: Money Management II
Topic 10: Time Management
Topic 11: Interview and Communication
Topic 12: Teamwork
Topic 13: Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Topic 14: Beat COVID-19

Application Component

Topic 1: CV Preparation and Cover Letter
Topic 2: Interview Role-Play
Topic 3: Personal Budget Development
Topic 4: Teamwork