Free Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Waterlooville. Classes run at HSDC South Downs Campus, part-time during the day. This entry level ESOL skills for life: speaking and listening course is designed for adults whose first language is not English. You'll build your ability to communicate clearly in everyday spoken English. The course runs over one year at a manageable pace, giving you time to practise and grow your confidence in real conversations. No prior qualifications are needed. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can plan your learning at the right level. Entry Level 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) with certificate.
Who this course is for
If English is not your first language then ESOL classes could help you to become better at communicating in English in everyday life.
Entry requirements
No prior qualifications are required however please contact our Admissions Team on 023 9387 9999 to arrange your initial assessment before applying.
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday English conversations.
You'll practise listening and understanding spoken English in a range of situations.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in English.
You'll build vocabulary for common topics such as work, health, and daily life.
You'll develop skills to follow and take part in discussions.
You'll learn how to communicate your needs and opinions in English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with group activities, discussions, and speaking and listening tasks. Assessment is practical: you'll be assessed on your spoken English and your ability to understand and respond to what you hear. There are no written exams for this qualification. Your progress will be observed and recorded by your tutor during class activities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. HSDC South Downs Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicate with customers in English day to day.
Care assistant: speak clearly with clients, families, and colleagues.
Retail assistant: handle enquiries and conversations on the shop floor.
Receptionist: greet visitors and take messages in English.
Classroom or nursery assistant: support children and communicate with staff.
Warehouse or factory operative: follow spoken instructions and work in a team.
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 on the skills you've gained.
Entry Level 3 or Level 1 ESOL Reading and Writing: broaden your English skills beyond speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Level 1: combines reading, writing, and communication skills, and is recognised by many employers as a step toward Level 2.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the qualification employers recognise as equivalent to GCSE English.
