Free ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Coventry. Evening classes run at Southfields Adult Education Centre, so you can fit study around your week. This level 1 ESOL skills for life: reading course focuses on building your English reading skills over 66 hours of part-time classroom study. You'll work through texts, develop your understanding of written English, and gain a qualification that shows employers and colleges what you can do.
Who this course is for
Courses run on various days, times and venues in Coventry. Some courses may also be offered online. For more detailed information regarding courses please visit our website: http//www.coventry.gov.uk/adulted from 01/08/2022 or select the "Go to course" option below.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts such as letters, notices, and forms.
You'll identify the main points and details in written English.
You'll work out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context.
You'll follow written instructions and information.
You'll read and respond to different types of texts used in daily life and work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Southfields Adult Education Centre. Assessment is through a formal reading test set by City and Guilds. You'll read and respond to written texts to demonstrate your skills. Your tutor will prepare you for the assessment throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Southfields Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading written instructions and correspondence daily.
Warehouse operative: following written safety notices and pick lists.
Care assistant: reading care plans and written handover notes.
Retail assistant: reading product information, labels, and store communications.
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written schedules and COSHH instructions.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): develop your written English alongside your reading skills.
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): round out your English qualification with spoken communication.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: the next step if you want to reach the standard employers describe as GCSE-equivalent English.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: an alternative route if you want a qualification that also covers reading, writing, and communication in one assessment.
