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Free Entry Level ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Bedford – Bedford College – Part-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyESB (English Speaking Board) awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, with part-time daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. This entry level ESOL skills for life (speaking and listening) course focuses on spoken English: listening carefully, understanding what you hear, and speaking clearly in everyday situations. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm that Entry 2 is the right level for you, and the college will use it to plan your learning. The course typically takes one year part-time.

Who this course is for

Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website

Entry requirements

Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website

What you will learn

  • You'll listen to and understand short, simple spoken information in everyday situations.
  • You'll follow and respond to basic instructions and questions.
  • You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in familiar, everyday conversations.
  • You'll take part in simple discussions and exchanges with other people.
  • You'll use common words and phrases to communicate your needs and ideas.
  • You'll build confidence speaking English in structured, supportive classroom settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based speaking and listening activities. Assessment is practical: you'll be observed and assessed on your ability to speak and listen in real conversations and tasks. There is no written exam for this qualification. Your tutor will assess your spoken English directly during activities and discussions in class.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: speak with customers and colleagues in English daily.
  • Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients, families, and care teams.
  • Retail assistant: handle everyday spoken interactions with customers and staff.
  • Cleaner or facilities operative: follow spoken instructions and communicate with supervisors.
  • Kitchen assistant: take verbal instructions and work as part of a team.
  • Warehouse operative: respond to spoken directions and safety briefings.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry 2 Award, you could move on to the Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) qualification to keep building your spoken English. From there, the Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) qualification is the next step. You might also want to study ESOL Reading and Writing alongside your speaking and listening to work toward a full ESOL Skills for Life qualification at each level.

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