Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time during the day, twice a week. Before you start, you'll take a short assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course runs over 13 weeks and focuses on reading skills in English, including skimming and scanning texts and understanding different types of written material. These are useful skills for work, study, and everyday life. Tuition and exam fees apply, though funding or an Advanced Learner Loan may be available.
Who this course is for
Do you want to improve your reading skills and gain a nationally recognised qualification? This 3-month course will help you build confidence in reading, develop skimming and scanning skills, and understand different types of texts. You'll learn from experienced teachers in a supportive, adult-only environment. Improving your English and gaining an ESOL certification is a great way to enhance your CV and demonstrate your language skills to employers.
Entry requirements
You must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date. Before you start this course you need to take Step into English to help you choose the right level of Reading course. We have courses at all levels of the Adult ESOL Curriculum from Pre-Entry (for complete beginners) and Entry Level up to Level 2. We will help you find the correct level for you before you start your course.
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to read and understand different types of texts.
You'll practise skimming and scanning to find information quickly.
You'll build your understanding of how written English is structured.
You'll learn to identify the main points and details in a text.
You'll improve your ability to read materials used in everyday life and work.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Parkshot with other adult learners. Teaching is delivered face to face, twice a week in the morning or afternoon. You'll be assessed through a written exam at the end of the course. The exam is set and marked by Ascentis.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading emails, letters, and instructions at work.
Retail assistant: understanding product information and written procedures.
Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance.
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions.
Cleaner or facilities worker: reading rotas, labels, and health and safety notices.
School support worker: reading classroom materials and communications.
What you could study next
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening) - round out your English skills at the same level.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life - if the initial assessment places you at a lower level, this is the step before Level 1.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) - the next step up, moving toward the standard employers often ask for in English for work.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 - a qualification recognised by UK employers and colleges as equivalent to GCSE English.
