Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. Over 22 weeks, you'll develop your spoken English and listening skills for everyday life and work. You'll also build your understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. This is a free esol skills for life speaking and listening course for adults aged 19 and over. Funding eligibility is confirmed at enrolment.
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 develop your spoken English for everyday situations and the workplace.
You'll practise listening and responding clearly in conversations.
You'll build your understanding of English grammar and vocabulary.
You'll improve your pronunciation to communicate more clearly.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions and exchanges in English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions in the evening. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks, where you demonstrate your ability to communicate in English. There is no written exam for this Award. Your tutor will assess your spoken English directly during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicate clearly with customers in English.
Care assistant: speak with clients, families, and colleagues confidently.
Retail assistant: handle enquiries and conversations at work.
Receptionist: greet visitors and take messages in English.
Warehouse or factory operative: follow spoken instructions safely.
Cleaner or catering assistant: work as part of an English-speaking team.
What you could study next
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up from Entry Level 3, for more complex spoken communication.
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.
