Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Hartlepool. Classes run at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills. This course is for people whose first language is not English and who want to improve their spoken English and listening skills. Daytime classes run over around 3 months. There are no formal entry requirements. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you. The entry level ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening classes cover everyday communication in English.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for 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 speak clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll listen and respond to spoken English in familiar situations.
You'll follow instructions and information given in spoken English.
You'll ask and answer questions in English.
You'll take part in discussions and short exchanges in English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom activities at Hartlepool Jobs & Skills, including speaking and listening exercises, group discussions, and role play. Assessment is practical. You'll be assessed on your ability to speak and listen in English through tasks and activities in class. 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.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care teams.
Retail assistant: help customers and handle everyday enquiries.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely.
Cleaner or facilities assistant: understand instructions and communicate with supervisors.
School support assistant: support children and speak with staff and parents.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, covering more complex spoken English in a wider range of situations.
Entry Level 3 or Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): broaden your English skills beyond speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: combines reading, writing, speaking, and listening, and is recognised by employers across the UK.
