Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Rotherham College. This full-time daytime course runs for one year and covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English. It is designed for people who use English as a second or additional language and want to develop their skills for work, study, or everyday life. The entry level ESOL Skills for Life qualification is awarded by City and Guilds. You will have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities in this field or area. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.
What you will learn
You'll develop your reading skills in English for everyday and work situations.
You'll practise writing clearly and accurately in English.
You'll build your spoken English for conversations, discussions, and presentations.
You'll improve your listening skills to understand spoken English in different contexts.
You'll learn vocabulary and grammar relevant to daily life and the workplace.
You'll gain confidence communicating in English across a range of real situations.
How you will learn
You will study in a classroom at Rotherham College, attending full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through teacher-led sessions, group activities, and individual tasks. Assessment is through coursework and tasks that test your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense; your progress is assessed through portfolio evidence and observed speaking and listening tasks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rotherham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: communicate clearly with customers in English
Retail sales assistant: serve customers and handle written tasks confidently
Care assistant: speak and write in English for daily care duties
Warehouse operative: follow written instructions and communicate with colleagues
Classroom teaching assistant: support teachers using strong spoken and written English
Receptionist: handle calls, emails, and face-to-face communication in English
Catering assistant: take orders, read menus, and work as part of a team
What you could study next
Once you complete this Entry Level 3 Certificate, you could move on to:
City and Guilds Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life (Level 1): the next step up, covering more complex English skills for work and further study.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: widely accepted by employers and colleges as evidence of English ability, with Level 2 recognised as the GCSE English equivalent.
A vocational qualification in your chosen field, where English skills are a requirement for entry.
