Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Chester – The Unity Centre

CostFREE
Duration14 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Chester. Classes run at The Unity Centre. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills over 14 weeks of daytime classes. The course covers everyday communication, understanding others, and expressing yourself clearly in English. It suits anyone looking to improve their English for daily life, work, or further study. This is an entry level esol skills for life: speaking and listening qualification awarded by Ascentis.

Who this course is for

Learners wishing to improve their English

What you will learn

  • You'll practise speaking English in everyday situations.
  • You'll develop your listening skills to understand spoken English more clearly.
  • You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in simple conversations.
  • You'll build confidence expressing your needs and ideas out loud.
  • You'll understand simple instructions and information given verbally.
  • You'll learn vocabulary for common topics such as work, home, and daily routines.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered face to face at The Unity Centre. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is through observed spoken tasks and listening exercises rather than written exams. Your teacher will assess your speaking and listening skills during class activities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Unity Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: speak with customers confidently in English.
  • Retail assistant: communicate with colleagues and shoppers.
  • Care assistant: talk with clients and follow spoken instructions.
  • Warehouse operative: understand verbal instructions and safety briefings.
  • Cleaner or domestic worker: respond to instructions from supervisors.
  • Kitchen assistant: follow spoken directions in a busy environment.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, building on the communication skills you've gained.
  • Entry Level 1 or 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): broadens your English skills into reading and writing alongside speaking.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 1 or 2: a wider English qualification covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening, recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.

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