Pearson BTEC level 1 introductory certificate in business: January 2026

This course teaches you professional skills required by today’s employers.

This includes: 

  • routine office admin tasks
  • communication with customers 
  • how to organise and run a meeting

You will also develop a personal progression plan to advance your career in business. 

A career in business admin is versatile and provides foundational skills that are transferable and thus enhance employability. Business administrator jobs include Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Data Entry Clerk and Receptionist roles.

How to enrol

To enrol on this course you need to attend our job club.

Induction day

The induction on 26 January between 10am and 1pm.

Entry requirements

No prior knowledge, understanding, skills or qualifications are required for learners to register for this qualification.

Material required for the course

Your tutor will discuss requirements on the course induction day,

Teaching method

Learning will take place in a classroom.  

You will work individually or as part of a group, depending on requirements of the task. 

Visual aids, discussion, debates and practical tasks will be used throughout the programme.

Assessment

You will be supported by a tutor and will need to do some independent work for homework. 

The qualification is assessed by means of a portfolio of evidence. Assessment is by means of assignments (tasks) collated into the portfolio of evidence. This portfolio can be done manually (in a folder) or electronically.

Next steps

On successful completion you will receive a Pearson - BTEC Level 1 qualification

Learners can progress to other accredited courses;

  • Pearson Level 1 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service, 
  • Pearson Level 1 Introductory Award in Hospitality and Tourism
  • Pearson Level 1 Work Skills

Course details

Start date: Monday 26 January 2026
When:
Friday 9:30am - 2:00pm
Monday 9:30am - 2:00pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 2:00pm
Duration: 7 weeks
Full fee: Free
Concessionary fee: Free
Location: Bracknell Open Learning Centre

Contact information

Community Learning Team

Email: community.learning@bracknell-forest.gov.uk for course information

Email: olc@bracknell-forest.gov.uk for room hire

Phone: 01344 354220