Build Your Career in Business & Professional Services
Pre-Apprenticeship Programme (5 weeks)
Are you ready to start a professional career in business? Our 5-week Pre-Apprenticeship Programme is designed for young people who want to progress into business and professional roles such as business administration, customer service, finance, and accountancy through an apprenticeship.
This programme gives you the skills, confidence and a guaranteed job interview - and we’ll support you every step of the way.
If you are an employer, visit our employer page here
Programme Highlights:
- Level 1 Award in Introduction to Sustainability
Understand the sustainable practices shaping modern businesses. - Level 2 Certificate in Employability & Personal Development
Build the professional behaviours, workplace skills, and mindset employers value. - Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service
Equips learners to handle customers professionally and effectively. - Digital Skills for the Modern Workplace
Learn how to use essential business and office technologies with confidence. - Maths for Business
Strengthen practical numeracy skills used in finance, administration, and customer-facing roles. - English & Professional Communication
Improve written and verbal communication for emails, meetings, and customer interactions. - One-to-One Coaching & Mentoring
Receive personalised support from a dedicated coach to prepare you for work and interviews. - Guaranteed Job Interview
You'll get access to a job interview following the completion of the programme.
Your Next Step
On successful completion, we will match you to a live apprenticeship vacancy in a business or professional role, including:
- Customer Service
- Business Administration
- Finance and Accountancy
Who Can Apply?
You can apply if you are:
- Aged 19-29 living in the West Midlands
- Have a Level 1 in English and Maths
- Not currently in employment or education, or
- Claiming Universal Credit (which you can continue to receive during the programme)
Ready to Get Started?
This programme is designed to help you move confidently into work and begin a professional career.
Questions or want to apply?
Email us at jobshop@walsallcollege.ac.uk or complete the enquiry form above.
Register your interest
Complete the form below and a member of the team will contact you. The information session will take place on Monday 11th May 2026, with the programme starting on Monday 18th May 2026, at Walsall College, Green Lane Campus, Long Acre Street, WS2 8HX.