Free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Hartlepool. Classes run at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills. This course is for people whose first language is not English who want to improve their spoken English and listening skills. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the centre can confirm the right level for you. Daytime classes run flexibly over around 3 months. The course covers everyday speaking and listening in English, helping you communicate more clearly at work, in your community, and in daily life.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for those whose first language is not English to improve their speaking and listening skills.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You will have an initial assessment before starting your course to tell us what the correct level for you will be.
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking English clearly in everyday situations.
You'll develop your listening skills to understand spoken English.
You'll learn how to take part in conversations and discussions.
You'll build vocabulary for common topics such as work, health, and daily life.
You'll practise asking and answering questions in English.
You'll learn how to follow spoken instructions and information.
How you will learn
Classes are held in person at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks, not written exams. Your teacher will assess how you communicate during activities and discussions in class.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hartlepool Jobs & Skills 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 spoken interactions at work.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely.
Cleaner or catering assistant: communicate with supervisors and team members.
Childcare or school support worker: talk with children, parents, and staff.
What you could study next
Once you complete this Level 1 Award, you could move on to:
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, recognised by many employers as equivalent to GCSE English speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening, and is the recognised GCSE English equivalent for job applications and further study.
