ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Brent. Classes run at College of North West London, part-time during the day. This is a 15-week course for adults who want to develop their spoken English. You'll practise listening and speaking in everyday situations, building the skills you need to communicate more confidently in daily life and at work. English for speakers of other languages is assessed on an individual basis, so you start at the right level for you. The course runs over 15 weeks.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll speak clearly in everyday conversations and practical situations.
You'll listen and respond to spoken English with greater confidence.
You'll follow instructions and information given verbally.
You'll take part in discussions, including asking and answering questions.
You'll use appropriate language for different situations and audiences.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run during the day. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and guided practice with a tutor. Assessment is through spoken tasks and listening activities that reflect real everyday communication. There are no written exams for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College of North West London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking with customers and colleagues daily.
Receptionist: handling calls, greetings, and verbal information.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and care teams.
Retail assistant: serving customers and following spoken instructions.
Warehouse operative: understanding verbal safety and task instructions.
Classroom or nursery assistant: supporting children and staff through spoken interaction.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): add reading and writing skills alongside your spoken English.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: the next step up, covering more complex spoken and written communication.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: if you want a qualification that employers and colleges recognise as equivalent to GCSE English.
