Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Middlesbrough. Classes run at Middlesbrough Community Learning Service, part-time during the day. This is an english for speakers of other languages course, covering speaking and listening skills in English. You'll be taught in a classroom, with possible access to computers. The course runs for around one week. To join, you'll need a certificate at Entry Level 1 and you'll complete an initial assessment at enrolment to confirm the level is right for you.
Who this course is for
These courses are for speakers of other languages, both those who have basic English and those who wish to progress to other mainstream courses or into employment. You will study listening and speaking, reading and writing. You will be taught using different teaching methods in a classroom situation. You may also have access to computers.
Entry requirements
You will need a certificate at Entry Level1 and you willneed to completean initial assessment at enrolment.
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll develop your listening skills to understand spoken English.
You'll follow and respond to simple spoken instructions and questions.
You'll build confidence taking part in short discussions and exchanges.
You'll learn to understand different accents and speaking styles in English.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom setting using a range of teaching methods. Your teacher will use different approaches to suit the group. You may also have access to computers during sessions. Assessment is through speaking and listening tasks that show what you can do in English.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Middlesbrough Community Learning Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers confidently in English.
Retail assistant: communicate with colleagues and shoppers.
Care assistant: talk with clients and follow spoken instructions.
Cleaner or catering assistant: understand workplace instructions in English.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken safety and task instructions.
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up in spoken English, preparing you for more complex conversations at work or in daily life.
Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): builds your written English alongside your speaking skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening, recognised by employers and colleges.
