Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Loughton. Classes run at Epping Forest Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks, giving you time to build your spoken English at a manageable pace. It focuses entirely on speaking and listening skills, helping you communicate more confidently in everyday situations, at work, and in your community. 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
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday conversations.
You'll practise listening and responding to simple spoken information.
You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in familiar situations.
You'll build vocabulary for common topics such as home, work, and daily life.
You'll gain confidence taking part in short discussions and exchanges.
You'll learn how to follow simple spoken instructions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Epping Forest Campus, including speaking and listening exercises, group work, and guided practice with your tutor. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks set by the English Speaking Board. There is no written exam for this qualification. Your tutor will assess your spoken English directly during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Epping Forest Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers and colleagues every day.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care teams.
Retail assistant: handle enquiries and work as part of a team.
Receptionist: greet visitors and answer calls in English.
Cleaner or catering assistant: follow instructions and work with others.
Warehouse operative: communicate with supervisors and team members.
What you could study next
Once you complete this Entry Level 2 Award, you could move on to:
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Award: the next step up in spoken English.
Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing) Awards: to develop your reading and writing alongside your speaking skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: a broader English qualification that covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening together.
