Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Richmond upon Thames. Evening classes run at Parkshot, twice a week, over 10 weeks. Before you start, you take an English language assessment so Parkshot can place you at the right level. The course develops your spoken English, pronunciation, and listening skills. You'll practise communicating in both formal and informal situations, and build your vocabulary and grammar. These entry level ESOL skills for life: speaking and listening classes are taught by teachers with English language teaching experience.
Who this course is for
This 3-month ESOL qualification course will provide you with the opportunity to develop your speaking and listening skills in the following areas: Build confidence in speaking and listening skills Develop pronunciation skills Engage in discussions in formal and informal situations Communicate with others more accurately and fluently Build vocabulary and grammar knowledge You will learn in an adult-only environment from expert teachers with English language teaching experience. Improving your English and getting an ESOL qualification can help you with your future and to get a job.
Entry requirements
We have courses at all levels of the Adult ESOL Curriculum from Pre-Entry (for complete beginners) and Entry Level up to Level 2. We will help you find the correct level for you before you start your course. Before you start this course, you need to take an English language assessment to help us put you in the right level of Speaking and Listening course.
What you will learn
You'll develop your pronunciation so you're easier to understand in everyday conversations.
You'll practise speaking in both formal and informal situations.
You'll build your vocabulary and grammar knowledge.
You'll improve your listening skills so you can follow and respond to others accurately.
You'll learn to communicate more fluently and confidently with people around you.
You'll engage in discussions and learn how to take turns and contribute clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Parkshot with other adult learners. Teaching is delivered face to face by teachers with English language teaching experience. Assessment for the Ascentis Award is based on speaking and listening tasks. You'll be assessed on your ability to communicate in a range of situations, including discussions and exchanges with others.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant. Speak clearly with customers every day.
Receptionist. Handle calls, greet visitors, and take messages.
Care assistant. Communicate with clients, families, and colleagues.
Retail assistant. Help customers and work as part of a team.
Warehouse or factory operative. Follow instructions and work safely with others.
Classroom or nursery assistant. Support children and communicate with staff.
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing). Round out your English skills alongside speaking and listening.
ESOL Skills for Life Level 1 (Speaking and Listening). The next step up if you want to reach a higher level of spoken English.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1. Covers reading and writing as well, and is recognised by employers as an English qualification.
Functional Skills English Level 2. The qualification employers mean when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
