Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering reading skills in English at Entry Level 1. The course runs for 84 hours in total. It focuses on understanding written texts, everyday signs and notices, and short passages in English. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
For details about GATEWAY AWARD IN ESOL SKILLS FOR LIFE - ENTRY 1 LEVEL - READING - YES PLUS (LINK P0TESA10/6/B), please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.
Entry requirements
See website for futher details
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, simple texts in everyday English.
You'll recognise common words, signs, and notices.
You'll understand the main point of a simple written passage.
You'll follow written instructions for familiar tasks.
You'll identify key information in simple documents such as forms and notices.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Exeter College, working with a teacher in a small group. Learning is practical and focused on reading tasks you meet in everyday life. Assessment is through tasks and activities that show what you can read and understand. There is no written exam in the traditional sense; you demonstrate your reading skills through set tasks assessed by your teacher.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading product information, signs, and instructions
Warehouse operative: following written safety notices and pick lists
Care assistant: reading basic care notes and workplace notices
Retail assistant: understanding labels, signs, and simple written tasks
Cleaner or catering assistant: following written health and safety instructions
What you could study next
Once you complete this Entry Level 1 Award, you can move on to:
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up in reading skills.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): builds toward the level employers and colleges most commonly ask for.
ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening) at Entry Level: broaden your English skills across all areas.
