Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Blackburn. Classes run at Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning and Employment Support, with daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. This entry level ESOL skills for life speaking and listening qualification helps you develop your spoken English and your ability to understand others. If English is not your first language, this course builds the language skills you need to communicate more confidently in everyday life and work in the UK. The course runs over 22 days part-time. You'll finish with the Ascentis Entry Level 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening).
Who this course is for
If English is not your first language, you can take a course to help you improve your language skills and gain a qualification at the end of your learning.
These qualifications will help build your knowledge of the English language and allow you to live more independently in the UK.
Entry requirements
Our Adult Learning courses are open to anyone aged over 19 who lives in Blackburn with Darwen. You will be advised of any course specific requirements during your enrolment process
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly in everyday conversations in English.
You'll develop your listening skills to understand what people say to you.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions and respond to questions.
You'll build vocabulary for common situations such as work, services, and daily life.
You'll practise following spoken instructions and asking for clarification.
You'll gain skills to communicate more independently in the UK.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with a teacher. Activities include speaking and listening tasks, group discussions, and practice conversations. Assessment is based on your speaking and listening skills, observed during the course. All learners complete an initial assessment before starting, so the class can be planned at the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning and Employment Support 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
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care teams
Retail assistant: handle everyday conversations with customers
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work in a team
Cleaner or facilities operative: understand workplace instructions in English
School support worker: communicate with staff, children, and parents
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, for more complex spoken English in work and daily life.
Entry Level 3 or Level 1 ESOL Reading and Writing: broaden your English skills beyond speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening together, and is recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.
