Free ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Northallerton. Classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, part-time during the day, over 22 weeks. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills for everyday life and work, covering grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. The course is delivered at a manageable pace, making it easier to fit around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
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 different situations.
You'll build knowledge of English grammar and how to use it correctly.
You'll expand your English vocabulary for work and daily life.
You'll improve your pronunciation to communicate more clearly.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions and respond to questions in English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run during the day. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and practice exercises. Assessment is through spoken tasks and listening activities that reflect real-life situations. Your tutor will observe and assess your performance as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking with customers and colleagues in English.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and care teams.
Retail assistant: helping customers and handling everyday enquiries.
Warehouse operative: following spoken instructions and working in a team.
Cleaner or catering assistant: roles where spoken English supports daily tasks.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): build on your spoken English by developing your reading and writing skills at the same level.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening: the next step up, covering more complex spoken English for work and further study.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a broader English qualification recognised by employers when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
