Free Entry Level English Skills - Speaking and Listening Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The Learning Exchange. You'll study full-time during the day, spending around a year building your spoken English and listening skills in a classroom setting. The course focuses on communicating clearly, understanding others, and taking part in conversations and discussions in everyday situations. It suits anyone working toward Entry Level 3 in spoken English. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
This is for learners who wish to gain ESOL Speaking & Listening Entry 3 (16-18) (English Skills)
What you will learn
You'll speak clearly and confidently in everyday conversations and discussions.
You'll listen carefully and show you've understood what others are saying.
You'll take turns in conversations and respond appropriately to what you hear.
You'll follow spoken instructions and ask questions to check your understanding.
You'll use language suited to different situations and audiences.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities including group discussions, paired conversations, and listening tasks. Assessment is practical and spoken rather than written. You'll be observed taking part in real conversations and discussions, and your speaking and listening skills will be assessed directly by your tutor.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Learning Exchange will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - speaking with customers and colleagues daily
Receptionist - greeting visitors and handling enquiries in person
Care assistant - communicating with clients, families, and care teams
Retail assistant - serving customers and working as part of a team
Classroom support assistant - supporting teachers and talking with pupils
Warehouse operative - following spoken instructions and working in teams
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English (Reading and Writing) - adds reading and writing skills alongside your spoken English, giving you a fuller Entry Level 3 qualification.
Functional Skills English Level 1 - the next step up, covering speaking, listening, reading, and writing at a higher level.
City and Guilds ESOL Skills for Life qualifications - if you're working toward ESOL at higher levels, these follow a similar pathway.
