Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 36 weeks and focuses on spoken English: listening, responding, and communicating clearly in everyday situations. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 3 is the right starting point, and the college will use it to plan your learning. Contact Halesowen College's Admissions team on 0121 602 7777 for details on entry requirements and course content.
Who this course is for
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
Entry requirements
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday conversations.
You'll practise listening and responding to spoken information.
You'll build skills for taking part in discussions and group talk.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in formal and informal settings.
You'll practise following spoken instructions accurately.
You'll gain confidence expressing your views and ideas out loud.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Halesowen College, including speaking tasks, listening exercises, and group discussions. Assessment is practical: you'll be observed and assessed on your spoken English skills, including how you listen and respond. There is no written exam for this qualification. Your tutor will assess your speaking and listening through structured tasks during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers confidently day to day.
Retail assistant: communicate clearly with colleagues and shoppers.
Care assistant: talk with clients, families, and healthcare teams.
Receptionist: handle calls and face-to-face enquiries.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work in teams.
School support worker: communicate with staff, pupils, and parents.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up from Entry Level 3, building more complex spoken communication skills.
Entry Level 3 or Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): adds reading and writing to your English language skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening, recognised by employers and colleges.
