Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Redbridge. Classes run at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus, full-time during the day. This entry level ESOL Skills for Life course focuses on spoken English, helping you communicate clearly and listen with understanding in everyday situations. The course runs for 30 weeks.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday conversations.
You'll practise listening and responding to spoken English.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in familiar situations.
You'll build vocabulary for common topics such as work, home, and community.
You'll understand and follow simple spoken instructions.
You'll gain confidence taking part in short discussions and exchanges.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based speaking and listening activities. Assessment is practical. You'll be assessed on your ability to take part in spoken exchanges, respond to questions, and listen to and understand spoken English. There is no written exam for this qualification. Your tutor will observe and assess your spoken communication during class activities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Chadwell Heath Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - speaking clearly with customers every day
Retail sales assistant - helping shoppers and answering questions
Warehouse operative - following spoken instructions in a team
Cleaner or caretaker - communicating with supervisors and colleagues
Care assistant - talking with clients and care staff
School support worker - listening and responding in a school setting
What you could study next
After completing your entry level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) qualification, you could move on to:
Entry Level 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up in spoken English.
Entry Level or Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing) - to develop your written English alongside your spoken skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1 - a broader English qualification recognised by employers and colleges.
