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Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Selby – Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service – Evening

CostFREE
Duration22 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Selby. Evening classes run at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. Over 22 weeks, you'll develop your spoken English and listening skills for everyday life and work. You'll also build your understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. An initial assessment makes sure this is the right level for you. This is a free esol skills for life: speaking and listening course for adults who want to communicate more effectively in English.

Who this course is for

The course will develop your speaking and listening skills in English to help you in everyday life and work. You will also gain knowledge and understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You will become more confident communicating in

Entry requirements

To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact

What you will learn

  • You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday English conversations.
  • You'll develop your listening skills to understand spoken English in real situations.
  • You'll learn English grammar to help you communicate more accurately.
  • You'll build your vocabulary for work and daily life.
  • You'll improve your pronunciation to be better understood.
  • You'll gain confidence communicating in English at work and in your community.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run in the evening at Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is through spoken tasks and listening exercises that reflect everyday situations. There are no written exams for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: speak with customers confidently in English.
  • Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
  • Retail assistant: handle everyday workplace conversations in English.
  • Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely.
  • Cleaner or catering assistant: communicate with supervisors and team members.
  • Receptionist: greet visitors and answer queries in English.

What you could study next

After completing this Level 1 Award, you could move on to the Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) to develop your spoken English further. You might also consider Functional Skills English at Entry Level 3 or Level 1, which covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening. These qualifications are recognised by employers when they ask for English language skills.

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