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Entry Level 1 ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Brent – Brent Start Adult Education Service – Evening

Cost£302.40
Duration11 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Brent. Evening classes run at Brent Start Hillside Adult and Community Learning Centre, so you can fit study around your day. This is an english for speakers of other languages course focused on spoken communication and listening skills you can use at work and in everyday life. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can place you at the right level. The course runs for 11 weeks part-time.

Who this course is for

Adults looking to gain knowledge and skills by undertaking practical learning, which you will be able to use personally and professionally.

Entry requirements

Initial assessment

What you will learn

  • You'll speak clearly and confidently in everyday conversations in English.
  • You'll listen to and understand spoken English in a range of situations.
  • You'll take part in discussions and express your views in English.
  • You'll follow instructions and respond to questions in English.
  • You'll use appropriate language for different situations, including work settings.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run in the evening. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and practical tasks. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks rather than written exams. Your tutor will assess your spoken English directly during class activities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brent Start Adult Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: speak with customers and colleagues in English
  • Retail sales assistant: communicate clearly on the shop floor
  • Care assistant: talk with clients, families, and care teams
  • Receptionist: handle calls and face-to-face enquiries in English
  • Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work in a team
  • Cleaner or facilities assistant: understand workplace instructions in English

What you could study next

Once you complete this Level 1 Award, you could move on to the Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) to develop your spoken English further. You might also want to add reading and writing skills by taking ESOL qualifications in Reading or Writing at the same or higher level. Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 is another option if you want a qualification that covers all four skills and is recognised by employers as equivalent to GCSE English.

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