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Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course at Camberley Adult Learning Centre

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyTrinity College London
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About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Camberley. Classes run at Camberley Adult Learning Centre two days a week, with each session lasting 2.5 hours. The course runs for 22 weeks, from January to July, at a manageable pace that fits around other commitments. You'll practise listening for detail, asking and answering questions, and using everyday English words and phrases. An online initial assessment places you on the right level before you start. You must be 19 or over on 31 August 2025. Trinity College London Entry Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) with certificate.

Who this course is for

You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance This course runs two days a week. Each lesson is 2.5 hours long. The course runs for 22 weeks from January to July. You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes. Should your attendance fall below this, your place on the course may be at risk. This is an academic course, and you must allow time for private study at home of at least 2 hours per week.

Entry requirements

You need to be 19 or over on the 31st of August 2025. Entry Requirements You will need to complete an online initial assessment. This will help us place you on the correct course. Attendance This course runs two days a week. Each lesson is 2.5 hours long. The course runs for 22 weeks from January to July. You will be required to attend at least 90% of your classes.

What you will learn

  • You'll listen for details in everyday spoken English.
  • You'll use simple English words and phrases to ask and answer questions.
  • You'll write simple sentences using basic punctuation and grammar.
  • You'll identify the spelling of common everyday words.
  • You'll take part in individual tasks, pair exercises, and group activities.
  • You'll build confidence speaking English in practical, everyday situations.

How you will learn

Classes are face to face at Camberley Adult Learning Centre. You'll work individually, in pairs, and in groups during lessons. You'll also receive regular homework and are expected to spend at least two hours a week on private study. Assessment includes a speaking and listening exam and a writing exam, both set by Trinity College London. You must attend at least 90% of your classes to keep your place on the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a ring binder, lined paper, pens and pencils, and access to a computer or laptop with a printer.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: uses everyday spoken English with the public.
  • Retail assistant: communicates with customers and colleagues daily.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: follows spoken instructions in a workplace setting.
  • Care assistant: listens carefully and communicates clearly with clients.
  • Kitchen assistant: takes part in team communication and follows instructions.
  • School support worker: supports children and staff using clear spoken English.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry Level 1 Award, you could move on to the Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life qualifications to keep building your English. From there, ESOL Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications develop the skills employers expect for most jobs. If you also want to improve your reading and writing, an ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing) course at the same level runs alongside this one.

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