Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Newham. Classes run at Newham College London East Ham Campus, part-time during the day. This entry level ESOL skills for life speaking and listening course runs over 36 weeks, giving you time to build your spoken English and listening skills at a manageable pace. You'll have an assessment before you start to make sure this is the right level for you. The course covers everyday spoken communication in English.
Who this course is for
If English is not your first language and you would like to build your confidence in speaking and understanding spoken English, this course is for you. It's aimed at anyone over the age of 19 years and has various levels, from complete beginner to more advanced, so you can learn at a level that is suitable for you.
Entry requirements
You'll be assessed at interview to find out which level would be right for you to start at.
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking English clearly in everyday situations.
You'll develop your ability to understand spoken English from different speakers.
You'll learn how to take part in short conversations and exchanges.
You'll build vocabulary for common topics such as work, home, and daily life.
You'll practise listening for key information and responding appropriately.
You'll develop confidence in asking and answering questions in English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run during the day. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other students. Assessment is through observed tasks and activities that test your ability to speak and understand English in real conversations. There are no written exams for this qualification. Your teacher will assess your speaking and listening skills during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newham College London East Ham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaks with customers and colleagues daily
Retail sales assistant: handles enquiries and transactions in English
Care assistant: communicates clearly with clients and care teams
Warehouse operative: follows spoken instructions and team communication
Cleaner or facilities operative: works in English-speaking environments
School support worker: supports staff and pupils in English
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up in spoken English, building on what you've learned at Entry Level 2.
Entry Level 2 or 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): adds reading and writing skills alongside your speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: moves toward the qualification recognised by UK employers as equivalent to GCSE English.
