Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading in Rotherham. Classes run at Rotherham College on evenings, so you can fit study around your week. This entry level ESOL skills for life: reading course runs over 12 weeks and focuses on building your English reading skills as a speaker of another language. You'll work toward a City and Guilds qualification that shows employers and colleges you can read English at Entry Level 3. A solid step if you want to progress to higher ESOL or English courses.
Who this course is for
The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities in this field or area. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short texts on familiar topics.
You'll identify the main points and key information in everyday written material.
You'll follow written instructions and notices.
You'll understand the meaning of common words and phrases in context.
You'll read texts used in everyday life, such as forms, signs, and simple documents.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Rotherham College during evening sessions. Assessment is through a reading task set by City and Guilds. You'll complete the assessment under supervised conditions. Your tutor will carry out an initial assessment before the course starts to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right level for you and to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rotherham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading product info, emails, and instructions
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock instructions
Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance
Retail assistant: reading labels, notices, and written communications
Cleaner or facilities operative: following written health and safety instructions
School support worker: reading classroom materials and notices
What you could study next
Once you complete this Entry Level 3 Award, you could move on to:
City and Guilds ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Level 1: the next step up in English reading for speakers of other languages.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening) at Entry Level 3 or Level 1: to build a fuller set of English skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, and communication.
