Free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Liverpool. Classes run at Hugh Baird College Bootle, part-time during the day, over 12 weeks. The course builds your spoken English and listening skills in everyday situations. You'll practise understanding others and making yourself understood clearly. It suits anyone fitting study around family, work, or other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
https://hughbaird.ac.uk/our-courses/sta:College
Entry requirements
https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll practise listening and understanding spoken English in different situations.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in English.
You'll build confidence taking part in discussions and group conversations.
You'll develop skills for communicating in practical, real-life settings.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based at Hugh Baird College Bootle. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group work, and guided practice with a tutor. Assessment is through spoken tasks and observed activities that show you can communicate in English at Level 1. There is no written exam for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hugh Baird College Bootle 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
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care teams
Retail assistant: handle everyday spoken interactions at work
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely
Cleaner or catering assistant: roles where spoken English is needed daily
School support worker: entry-level roles supporting classroom staff
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): round out your English skills across all four areas.
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, recognised by more employers.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: the GCSE-equivalent English qualification many employers ask for.
