Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Barking and Dagenham College Technical Skills Academy, part-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee discounts, exemptions, and grants may be available. Contact the college directly for details. The course runs over 98 hours and focuses on spoken English for speakers of other languages, building your ability to communicate clearly in everyday situations. You'll practise listening and responding in real conversations, following instructions, and expressing yourself with growing confidence. This is an entry level esol skills for life speaking and listening qualification awarded by Ascentis.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll practise listening carefully and responding to what you hear.
You'll learn to follow spoken instructions and ask for clarification when needed.
You'll build vocabulary to use in common situations such as work, shopping, and appointments.
You'll gain skills to take part in short discussions and exchanges.
You'll learn to communicate your needs and opinions in simple, clear English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Barking and Dagenham College Technical Skills Academy. Lessons include speaking and listening tasks, group discussions, and role-play exercises. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks rather than written exams. Your tutor will assess how you communicate during activities and conversations in class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barking and Dagenham College Technical Skills Academy 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 daily.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients, families, and care teams.
Retail assistant: handle transactions and answer customer questions confidently.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely in a team.
Cleaner or facilities operative: take direction and report issues in English.
School support worker: communicate with staff, children, and parents.
What you could study next
Once you complete this course, you can move on to higher ESOL levels to keep improving your English.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, covering more complex conversations and situations.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: prepares you for work and further study in English.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: a recognised qualification that employers and colleges accept as evidence of your English skills.
