Free Entry Level English Speaking and Listening Course in Birmingham – Queen Alexandra College
CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level English Skills - Speaking and Listening Course in Birmingham. Classes run full-time during the day at Queen Alexandra College. This entry level english skills - speaking and listening course is designed for students with disabilities and learning difficulties, and runs as part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills over 12 months, working toward the City and Guilds entry level english skills - speaking and listening qualification. Entry is through an Education, Health and Care Plan and Local Authority referral, or by applying directly to the college for an initial assessment.
Who this course is for
Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties
Entry requirements
High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday conversations.
You'll practise listening carefully and responding to what others say.
You'll build confidence taking turns in discussions and group activities.
You'll learn to follow spoken instructions and ask questions to check understanding.
You'll practise using appropriate language in different situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities, including group discussions, paired speaking tasks, and listening exercises. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks, where you demonstrate your skills directly. Your progress is assessed by your tutor as part of your day-to-day learning. Specialist support and therapies are built into the wider study programme alongside your english skills - speaking and listening classes.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Queen Alexandra College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker: communicating with clients and colleagues day to day.
Retail assistant: talking with customers and following team instructions.
Café or kitchen assistant: taking orders and working as part of a team.
Volunteer worker: contributing in community or charity settings.
Cleaner or caretaker: following verbal instructions and reporting issues.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 English Skills (Speaking and Listening): the next steps in the same qualification family, building on what you've learned.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or 3: broader English qualifications covering reading and writing alongside speaking and listening.
City and Guilds Functional Skills English Level 1: a further step toward the Level 2 qualification that many employers recognise as a GCSE English equivalent.
