Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Harrogate. Evening classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. This entry level ESOL skills for life: speaking and listening course runs over 22 weeks part-time. You'll develop your spoken English, build your listening skills, and gain knowledge of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. The course supports everyday communication and workplace English. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point for you.
Who this course is for
The course will develop your speaking and listening skills in English to help you in everyday life and work.
You will also gain knowledge and understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You will become more confident communicating in
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact
What you will learn
You'll speak clearly and confidently in everyday English conversations.
You'll listen and respond to spoken English in practical situations.
You'll use correct English grammar when speaking.
You'll develop your English vocabulary for work and daily life.
You'll improve your English pronunciation.
You'll understand and follow spoken instructions and information.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face to face at Harrogate Civic Centre. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities in the classroom, including conversations, discussions, and listening exercises. Assessment is through spoken tasks that demonstrate your ability to communicate in English. There is no written exam for this Award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicating with customers in English daily.
Care assistant: speaking clearly with clients, families, and colleagues.
Retail assistant: serving customers and following spoken instructions.
Warehouse operative: understanding instructions and communicating with the team.
Cleaner or catering assistant: working in English-speaking environments.
Receptionist: greeting visitors and handling enquiries in English.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up from Entry Level 3, building more complex spoken English skills.
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English: covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening, giving you a fuller English qualification.
Level 1 Functional Skills English: a broader English qualification recognised by employers and colleges, covering all four skills.
