Free ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Truro. Classes run at Truro Link Into Learning, with daytime sessions designed to fit around other commitments. This english for speakers of other languages course helps you build your English reading skills in a supportive adult environment. You'll work through the course over 30 weeks part-time, practising reading at Level 1 in everyday contexts. Whether you want to learn english in the UK for work, daily life, or further study, this free esol skills for life: reading course for adults gives you a recognised qualification to show for it.
Who this course is for
This English for Speakers of Other Languages course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment
What you will learn
You'll read and understand everyday texts such as letters, notices, and short articles.
You'll identify the main points and details in written English.
You'll understand how words and sentences are used in different contexts.
You'll read texts written for different purposes and audiences.
You'll use reading strategies to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
You'll build confidence reading the kinds of English texts you encounter in daily life and work.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Truro Link Into Learning, with a teacher supporting you throughout. Learning is practical and based on real reading tasks. Assessment is through a formal reading test set by City and Guilds. You'll complete the test when you and your teacher agree you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro Link Into Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading written instructions and customer communications
Care assistant: understanding care plans, notices, and written guidance
Retail assistant: reading labels, stock information, and workplace notices
Warehouse operative: following written safety and process instructions
Cleaner or catering assistant: reading rotas, instructions, and health and safety signs
School support worker: reading classroom materials and school communications
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 communication skills.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life qualifications: the next step if you want to reach a higher level of English, recognised by many employers as equivalent to GCSE English.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: an alternative route if you're working toward English qualifications recognised in UK employment and further training.
