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DEVELOP YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND BUSINESS SKILLS
Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service: Course Overview
Develop practical communication, teamwork and customer problem-solving skills.
The Focus Awards qualification provides a structured route through the unit requirements. Learners developing introductory customer service skills in reception, retail, hospitality, contact centres or administrative support.
You need access to a suitable customer service workplace where you can demonstrate the practical unit criteria. Agree observation, work products and suitable witness evidence with your assessor. Written answers alone cannot replace required evidence of competence.
Explore HHF Customer Service and Retail courses or speak with a course adviser about the route that fits your goals.
Who Is This Course For?
Learners developing introductory customer service skills in reception, retail, hospitality, contact centres or administrative support.
Choose the level and qualification size that suit your goals. HHF will discuss your experience, study skills and assessment arrangements before confirming suitability.
For employers, the programme can support staff development in customer-facing roles. Match the selected units to the learner’s responsibilities and opportunities to practise.
What You Will Learn: Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service
Communication, teamwork and personal performance.
Your learning follows the units listed below. Develop the knowledge and skills to understand customers, communicate professionally and contribute to effective working practices.
Assessment activities connect learning to the unit outcomes. Use relevant examples, explain your decisions and respond to assessor feedback where further evidence is needed.
Entry and Practical Access Requirements
Learners should be aged 16 or over. You should have the reading, writing and communication skills needed for study and assessment at this level.
You need access to a suitable customer service workplace where you can demonstrate the practical unit criteria. Agree observation, work products and suitable witness evidence with your assessor. Written answers alone cannot replace required evidence of competence.
You will need internet access, a suitable device and the identification requested for registration. Tell HHF about additional learning needs so support and reasonable adjustments can be considered. Check your eligibility before enrolment.
Assessment and Evidence Requirements
Build a portfolio of evidence against the unit learning outcomes and assessment criteria. Your assessor may use written tasks, questioning and professional discussion. Practical assessment also includes observation, work products and suitable witness testimony from the workplace.
At induction, agree a unit-by-unit assessment plan. Organise your own work against the criteria and use assessor feedback to address gaps. Successful assessment and the required quality assurance precede certification.
When using workplace examples, follow your employer’s confidentiality requirements. Anonymise personal or commercially sensitive information and submit evidence through approved HHF channels.
Online Learning, Duration and Tutor Support
HHF provides online learning resources, assessment guidance and tutor support for the Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service. Plan study around your commitments while working through the unit requirements.
The qualification specifies 230 hours of Total Qualification Time. This is a learning-time measure, not a fixed calendar duration. Completion depends on prior learning, study time, assessment progress and any workplace evidence required. Agree your timetable and course access period with HHF before enrolling.
Your tutor can help with learning and assessment preparation. Your assessor reviews evidence and explains where further work is needed.
Read HHF learner FAQs or contact HHF about course access and study arrangements.
Course Fees and Payment Options
The current course fee for the Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service (RQF) is £95. The live fee card shows the current product price.
Contact HHF if you wish to discuss instalments or employer-funded enrolment. Confirm what is included, any additional charges and your agreed access period before making payment.
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VERIFY YOUR QUALIFICATION
Certification and Recognition
Successful learners achieve the Focus Awards Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service (RQF), qualification number 601/8686/0.
Certification follows successful assessment, internal quality assurance and the awarding organisation’s required checks. The certificate uses the registered qualification title.
Requirements for employment or further study are determined by the employer or receiving organisation. Confirm their requirements when planning your next step.
Focus Awards
Qualification Number 601/8686/0
Verify this regulated qualification on the official Ofqual Register.
SUPPORT YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Why Study with HHF Training?
Study with clear course requirements, flexible online resources and tutor guidance as you prepare your evidence. HHF supports learners in connecting their study to the responsibilities of their intended role.
Learn more about HHF Training and read our learner FAQs before enrolling.
Tutor Guidance
Receive guidance with learning, evidence preparation and assessor feedback.
Flexible Online Study
Organise study around your work and commitments within the stated course period.
Progression After Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service
Consider a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Customer Service, according to your responsibilities and access to workplace evidence.
Compare HHF Customer Service and Retail courses or discuss your next step with HHF.
Confirm entry requirements with the receiving provider. Prior learning or credit transfer is considered only where qualification rules and evidence checks permit it.
GET ANSWERS
Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service FAQs
Answers about units, entry requirements, online learning, assessment, fees and progression.
Focus Awards awards this qualification. Its qualification number is 601/8686/0.
Learners developing introductory customer service skills in reception, retail, hospitality, contact centres or administrative support.
You need access to a suitable customer service workplace where you can demonstrate the practical unit criteria. Agree observation, work products and suitable witness evidence with your assessor. Written answers alone cannot replace required evidence of competence.
Complete five mandatory units (14 credits), the two selected Group A optional units (6 credits) and the selected Group B unit (3 credits). This eight-unit pathway totals 23 credits.
Build a portfolio of evidence against the unit learning outcomes and assessment criteria. Your assessor may use written tasks, questioning and professional discussion. Practical assessment also includes observation, work products and suitable witness testimony from the workplace.
The qualification specifies 230 hours of Total Qualification Time. Agree your completion timetable and access period with HHF before enrolling.
The current fee is £95. Check the live fee card and contact HHF to discuss payment options.
Consider a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Customer Service, according to your responsibilities and access to workplace evidence.