Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, full-time during the day. This entry level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) course runs over 12 weeks. You'll develop your spoken English, focusing on listening and speaking in everyday situations. The course is assessed by the English Speaking Board. It suits anyone aged 16 to 18 years old.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll speak clearly in everyday conversations and discussions.
You'll listen carefully and respond to what others say.
You'll follow spoken instructions and answer questions.
You'll take part in short talks and group activities.
You'll build your confidence using English in real situations at work, in education, and in daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom activities, group discussions, and speaking tasks. Assessment is practical. You'll be assessed on your speaking and listening skills through observed tasks and short spoken activities. The English Speaking Board sets the assessment standards. Your tutor will assess you during class activities rather than through written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - speaking with customers and colleagues daily
Retail assistant - communicating clearly on the shop floor
Receptionist - greeting visitors and answering calls in English
Care assistant - talking with clients and care teams
Warehouse operative - following spoken instructions and team communication
Classroom assistant - supporting teachers and working with pupils
What you could study next
After this Entry Level 3 Award, you could move on to:
Level 1 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up in spoken English
Level 1 or Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing) - to build all four language skills
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1 - if you want a qualification that covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening
