Free Entry Level English Speaking and Listening Course in Liverpool – The Learning Exchange

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level English Skills - Speaking and Listening Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The Learning Exchange. This full-time daytime course builds your spoken English from the beginning, covering how to listen and respond in everyday conversations. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The course runs over one year. It suits anyone working toward basic spoken English in a structured classroom setting.

Who this course is for

This is for learners who wish to gain ESOL Speaking & Listening Beginners (16-18)

What you will learn

  • You'll practise speaking clearly in simple everyday situations.
  • You'll develop your listening skills to understand spoken instructions and information.
  • You'll learn how to take turns in a conversation and respond appropriately.
  • You'll build confidence asking and answering simple questions.
  • You'll understand how tone and body language affect communication.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based speaking and listening activities. Assessment is practical: you'll be observed taking part in conversations and listening tasks. There are no written exams for this qualification. Your tutor will assess how you communicate during class activities.

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: uses everyday spoken English with the public.
  • Retail assistant: communicates with customers and colleagues daily.
  • Warehouse operative: follows spoken instructions in a team environment.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: responds to instructions and basic workplace communication.
  • Care assistant: speaks with clients and team members throughout the day.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 Award in English Skills - Speaking and Listening: the next step up if you want to develop your spoken English further.
  • Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): moves toward a higher level of everyday spoken communication.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: adds reading and writing alongside speaking and listening, broadening your overall English skills.

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