Free Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Sheffield. Daytime classes run at CTS Training. This course is for learners aged 16 to 19, or 19 to 24 with an Education, Health Care Plan. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills in a classroom setting. The course runs for 88 hours. It covers the esol skills for life: speaking and listening qualification at Entry Level 1, helping you communicate more confidently in everyday situations and work towards further English study.
Who this course is for
16-19 Years Old and 19-24 Years Old with an Education, Health Care Plan.
Entry requirements
***RECRUITING NOW for 2026/2027*** - Are you aged 16-19? Or 19-24 with an Education, Health Care Plan, have evidence that you legally reside in the UK, are you a school leaver who didnt quite get the grades when you left school at or before year 11 or sixth form or college? No matter how well you did prior, we can help you get where you want to be on a CTS Study Programme to help you gain the qualifications & confidence you may need for the future.
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday conversations.
You'll practise listening and understanding spoken English.
You'll learn to follow simple spoken instructions and respond appropriately.
You'll build vocabulary for common situations, including work and daily life.
You'll take part in short discussions and exchanges with others.
You'll recognise and use basic pronunciation and intonation patterns.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face to face at the centre. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is through observed tasks and activities that test your ability to speak and listen in English. There is no written exam for this qualification. Your teacher will assess your spoken communication directly during class activities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CTS Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking with customers in English every day.
Warehouse operative: following spoken instructions on the job.
Cleaner or caretaker: communicating with supervisors and colleagues.
Care assistant: talking with clients and care teams.
Kitchen assistant: taking instructions and working as part of a team.
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling basic enquiries.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up in spoken English.
Entry Level 1 or 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 1 or 2: combines reading, writing, speaking, and listening in one qualification, recognised by employers and colleges.
