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Free Entry Level English Speaking and Listening Course in Halifax

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level English Skills - Speaking and Listening Course in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 60 hours, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build your spoken English, practise listening, and take part in conversations and discussions. This entry level english skills - speaking and listening qualification is assessed through practical speaking and listening tasks rather than written exams. It suits anyone who wants to strengthen their spoken communication in everyday and work situations.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop your speaking skills in everyday conversations and discussions.
  • You'll practise listening carefully and responding to what others say.
  • You'll learn how to communicate clearly in familiar situations.
  • You'll build confidence in taking turns and contributing to group talk.
  • You'll understand how to adapt what you say to suit different situations.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day at Francis St Calderdale College. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and practical communication tasks. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks completed during the course. There are no written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, using clear spoken communication with customers.
  • Care assistant, communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
  • Retail assistant, handling enquiries and working as part of a team.
  • Receptionist, greeting visitors and taking messages confidently.
  • Classroom support assistant, supporting teachers and talking with pupils.

What you could study next

After completing this Award, you could move on to a higher level of the english skills - speaking and listening qualification, such as Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3. From there, Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1 would develop your reading and writing alongside your spoken skills. Level 1 Functional Skills English is a recognised step toward Level 2, which employers often accept as equivalent to a GCSE in English.

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