Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Reading Course in Launceston – Launceston Adult Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration30 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Launceston. Classes run at Launceston Adult Learning Centre, part-time during the day, so you can fit study around other commitments. This english for speakers of other languages course focuses on building your reading skills in English, from understanding everyday texts to following written instructions. Classes run over 30 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.

Who this course is for

This English for Speakers of Other Languages course is for learners wishing to improve their English skills and gain a qualification in a supportive adult environment

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts such as signs, notices, and short messages.
  • You'll identify the main points in simple written materials.
  • You'll follow written instructions in familiar situations.
  • You'll understand the meaning of common words and phrases in context.
  • You'll recognise how texts are organised to find information more easily.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Launceston Adult Learning Centre. Assessment is through a formal reading test set by City and Guilds. You'll work through reading tasks that reflect everyday situations, and your tutor will support you throughout the course to prepare you for the assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Launceston Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant: reads labels, signs, and instructions daily.
  • Care assistant: follows written care plans and notices.
  • Warehouse operative: reads picking lists and safety instructions.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: follows written schedules and product instructions.
  • Kitchen assistant: reads rotas, menus, and food safety notices.

What you could study next

  • ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Level 1 (City and Guilds): the next step up, covering more complex texts and a wider range of reading tasks.
  • ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) Entry Level 3 or Level 1: pairs reading skills with written English for a broader qualification.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: combines reading, writing, and speaking and listening in one qualification, recognised by many employers.

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