Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (reading) Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, part-time during the day. You'll have an initial assessment after you apply to make sure this is the right level for you. The course focuses on reading in English, building the skills you need to understand everyday written texts. It typically takes 5 months to complete. The entry level esol skills for life (reading) classes are open to adults aged 19 and over.
Who this course is for
Aimed at 19+ learners
Entry requirements
Initial assessment after application
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, everyday texts in English.
You'll identify key information in notices, signs, and simple documents.
You'll follow the meaning of straightforward written instructions.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
You'll understand the main points in simple written passages.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Riverside College Kingsway Campus. Assessment is through reading tasks set by Pearson Edexcel, which test your ability to understand and respond to written English at Entry Level 3. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course and prepare you for the final assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - reading written instructions and notices daily
Care assistant - understanding care plans and written guidance
Warehouse operative - following written safety and stock instructions
School support worker - reading classroom and communication materials
Retail assistant - reading product information and workplace documents
What you could study next
Once you complete this entry level ESOL skills for life (reading) qualification, you could move on to:
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) - the next step up, covering more complex texts.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening) - to build a fuller set of English skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 - which combines reading, writing, and speaking in one qualification.
