Free Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Hartlepool. Classes run at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills. This course supports people whose first language is not English to develop their spoken English and listening skills. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you. The course typically takes 3 months, with flexible daytime attendance. It covers everyday speaking and listening in English, helping you communicate more confidently at work and in daily life.
Who this course is for
This course will support those whose first language is not English to improve their speaking and listening skills.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. You will have an initial assessment before starting your course to tell us what the correct level for you will be.
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll develop your listening skills to understand spoken English in common situations.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in English.
You'll build vocabulary for everyday topics such as work, health, and community.
You'll practise following spoken instructions and responding appropriately.
You'll gain skills to take part in short discussions and exchanges in English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom-based with flexible daytime attendance at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills. You'll learn through 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.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hartlepool Jobs & Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers and colleagues in English daily.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and communicate with your team.
Cleaner or caretaker: understand instructions and respond to requests at work.
Care assistant: talk with clients and care staff in everyday English.
Retail assistant: serve customers and handle simple spoken exchanges.
School or nursery support worker: communicate with staff, children, and parents.
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, for more complex spoken English in work and everyday situations.
Entry Level 2 or 3 ESOL Reading and Writing: broaden your English skills beyond speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: moves toward the GCSE-equivalent English qualification recognised by UK employers and colleges.
