Free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Coventry. Evening classes run at Southfields Adult Education Centre, so you can study around work or other commitments. This is an english for speakers of other languages course focused entirely on spoken English. You'll practise listening, understanding, and speaking clearly in everyday and work situations. The course runs for 73 hours part-time. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point and to help plan your learning.
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 speak clearly and confidently in everyday conversations in English.
You'll listen to and understand spoken English in different situations.
You'll ask and answer questions appropriately in formal and informal settings.
You'll follow and give instructions and explanations in English.
You'll take part in discussions and group conversations in English.
You'll understand different accents and speaking styles in English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and part-time, running in the evenings at Southfields Adult Education Centre. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and guided practice with a tutor. Assessment is through spoken tasks and observed activities that show your ability to communicate in English at Level 1.
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: speak with customers and colleagues in English.
Retail sales assistant: handle enquiries and transactions in English.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care teams.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely.
Cleaner or facilities operative: understand and respond to workplace instructions.
School support worker: communicate with staff, children, and parents.
What you could study next
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): build on your spoken English with reading and writing skills at the same level.
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life: move to a higher level of English across speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: the recognised GCSE-equivalent English qualification, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
