Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Camborne. Evening classes run at Cornwall Adult Education Service, so you can study around your existing commitments. This is an english for speakers of other languages course focused on spoken communication. You'll practise listening and speaking in everyday situations, building the English you need for work, daily life, and further study. The course runs over 30 weeks part-time.
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 develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday conversations in English.
You'll practise listening and responding to spoken information.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions and express your views.
You'll build vocabulary for common situations such as work, services, and community life.
You'll understand different accents and speaking styles used in the UK.
You'll gain confidence asking and answering questions in formal and informal settings.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, with group activities, pair work, and guided practice in speaking and listening. Assessment is practical: you'll be assessed on your spoken English through observed tasks and conversations. There is no written exam for this Award. Your tutor will assess your speaking and listening skills directly during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall Adult Education Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: English speaking skills are essential for this role.
Care assistant: clear communication with clients and colleagues is required.
Retail assistant: you'll need to speak with customers and understand instructions.
Receptionist: speaking and listening confidently is central to the job.
Classroom or nursery support assistant: working with children requires clear spoken English.
Warehouse or logistics operative: following spoken instructions safely matters here.
What you could study next
Once you complete this Award, you could move on to:
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing) Certificates, to round out your English skills across all four areas.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening), the next step up in spoken English.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1, which covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening and is recognised by employers and colleges across the UK.
