Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Redhill. Classes run at Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 34 weeks. You'll develop your spoken English, including fluency, vocabulary, and pronunciation, in both informal and formal situations. You'll also improve your reading, writing, and grammar, and practise maths and IT skills alongside your English for speakers of other languages study. This is a practical entry level ESOL skills for life: speaking and listening qualification that builds your ability to communicate clearly in everyday and work situations.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll develop fluency in spoken English across everyday and familiar topics.
You'll expand your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation.
You'll practise informal and formal conversation and learn when to use each register.
You'll strengthen your listening skills and non-verbal communication.
You'll improve your reading and writing skills in English.
You'll develop your understanding and use of English grammar.
You'll practise core maths and IT skills alongside your English studies.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions during the day, five days a week. Speaking and listening are assessed through observed tasks and discussions. Reading and writing are assessed through written tasks. Maths is assessed through an Edexcel qualification. Your speaking and listening qualification is awarded by Ascentis.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: uses everyday spoken English with the public.
Retail sales assistant: communicates with customers and colleagues daily.
Warehouse operative: follows spoken instructions and works in a team.
Catering assistant: takes orders and communicates in a busy kitchen environment.
Childcare support worker: talks with children, parents, and staff throughout the day.
Receptionist: greets visitors and handles enquiries in person and by phone.
What you could study next
ESOL Entry Level 3 (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, building on the skills you've developed here.
ESOL Level 1 Skills for Life: moves you toward functional English at a level recognised by many employers.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: the qualification employers mean when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent, opening doors to further training and work.
