Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Alton. Classes run at Alton College, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This course helps you communicate more confidently in English if it is not your first language. You will focus on everyday speaking and listening skills over the course of one year. No prior qualifications are needed. You will have an initial assessment before you start so the college can plan your learning at the right level. Entry Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) with certificate.
Who this course is for
If English is not your first language then ESOL classes could help you to become better at communicating in English in everyday life.
Entry requirements
No prior qualifications are required however please contact our Admissions Team on 023 9387 9999 to arrange your initial assessment before applying.
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 familiar situations.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in common daily contexts.
You'll build vocabulary for everyday topics such as work, shopping, and community life.
You'll follow and take part in short discussions and exchanges.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day at Alton College. You will learn through speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other students. Assessment is through practical tasks that reflect real everyday communication, including observed speaking and listening activities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Alton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicating clearly with customers every day.
Retail assistant: helping customers and following spoken instructions.
Care assistant: listening carefully and responding to people's needs.
Classroom or nursery support: working alongside teachers and children.
Receptionist: greeting visitors and handling everyday enquiries.
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 have learned.
Entry Level 2 or Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): broaden your English skills to cover reading and writing alongside speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: moves toward the recognised English qualification many employers ask for.
