Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading in Sheffield. Classes run at CTS Training. This entry level esol skills for life: reading course is for learners aged 16 to 19, or 19 to 24 with an Education, Health Care Plan, who want to develop their English reading skills. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers 88 hours of daytime classroom study, building your ability to read and understand everyday English texts.
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 read and understand short, everyday texts in English.
You'll identify the main points and key information in written material.
You'll follow written instructions and simple documents.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in everyday life and work.
You'll understand the purpose and meaning of different types of text.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at CTS Training with daytime sessions over 88 hours. Learning is flexible, so the timetable can be arranged to suit your needs. Assessment is through tasks and activities that test your reading skills at Entry Level 2. There is no written exam in the traditional sense; you'll be assessed on your ability to read and respond to texts.
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: reading instructions, emails, and notices at work
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions
Care assistant: reading care plans and daily logs
Retail assistant: understanding product labels and written procedures
Cleaner or caretaker: following written health and safety guidance
What you could study next
ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Entry Level 3: the next step up in English reading, moving toward Entry Level 3 ability.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry Level 2: develop your written English alongside your reading.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or 3: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and speaking, recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.
