Entry Level Personal Progress Course at South Tyneside College

Cost£413.00
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Oct 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Entry Level Personal Progress Course in South Shields. Classes run full-time during the day at South Tyneside College. This one-year course builds the everyday English and communication skills you need to take part in learning, work, and daily life. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the Entry Level Personal Progress Course is the right starting point for you. The college will use it to plan your learning. City and Guilds Diploma in Personal Progress (Entry 1) with certificate.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = SESOL | Course Title = ESOL Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 50067928 | Qualification Aim Title = Diploma in Personal Progress (Entry 1) | College Delivery Area = Professional and Creative Studies (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop listening and speaking skills in everyday situations.
  • You'll practise reading simple texts and understanding their meaning.
  • You'll build basic writing skills for everyday tasks.
  • You'll develop skills for taking part in group activities and discussions.
  • You'll learn how to follow instructions and communicate your needs clearly.
  • You'll build independence in learning and everyday tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based activities at South Tyneside College, including group work, practical tasks, and guided exercises. Assessment is ongoing and portfolio-based. You'll collect evidence of your skills and progress throughout the year. There are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Classroom assistant support role in a school or college setting
  • Care assistant working with adults or older people
  • Retail assistant in a shop or supermarket
  • Warehouse operative in a distribution or packing role
  • Cleaner or caretaker in a public or commercial building
  • Kitchen assistant in a café, canteen, or restaurant

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 ESOL Certificate: the next step up in English language learning, building reading, writing, and communication skills further.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: moves you toward the GCSE-equivalent English qualification many employers ask for.
  • Entry Level 3 or Level 1 Functional Skills Maths: adds a maths qualification alongside your English progress.

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