Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Barking and Dagenham College Technical Skills Academy, part-time during the day. Fee discounts and exemptions may be available depending on your circumstances, so contact the college for details. This entry level esol skills for life: reading course is for people who speak English as a second or other language and want to develop their reading skills in English. Classes run over 55 hours at a manageable pace.
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 read and understand short, straightforward texts in English.
You'll identify the main points and key information in written material.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in everyday situations.
You'll understand written instructions, signs, and notices.
You'll build your ability to read texts used in daily life in the UK.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom with a teacher and other students. Learning is based on reading activities using everyday texts and materials. Assessment is through tasks and exercises that show what you can read and understand. Your teacher will guide you through the work at each stage.
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: reading product info, emails, and instructions
Warehouse operative: reading labels, safety signs, and delivery notes
Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance
Retail assistant: reading stock lists, rotas, and notices
School support worker: reading classroom materials and communications
Cleaner or facilities assistant: reading schedules and safety instructions
What you could study next
Once you complete this Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading qualification, you could move on to:
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up, covering more complex texts.
Entry Level 3 or Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Speaking and Listening): to build a fuller range of English skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: if you want a qualification that covers reading, writing, and communication together, recognised by many employers.
