Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Loughton. Classes run at Epping Forest Campus, part-time during the day over 12 weeks. This entry level ESOL skills for life (speaking and listening) course focuses on spoken English. You'll practise listening and speaking in everyday situations, building the skills you need to communicate more confidently in English. Classes are daytime and part-time, making them manageable alongside other commitments.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to listen and respond in everyday conversations.
You'll practise speaking clearly so others can understand you.
You'll learn to follow simple spoken instructions and questions.
You'll build vocabulary for common situations such as shopping, appointments, and work.
You'll take part in short discussions and exchanges in English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom activities, group discussions, and speaking practice with your tutor and other learners. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks. Your tutor will assess how you communicate in real conversations and everyday situations. There are no written exams for this Award.
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 - speaking with customers and colleagues in English
Retail assistant - serving customers and handling everyday enquiries
Cleaner or caretaker - following spoken instructions in a workplace
Care assistant - communicating with clients and care teams
Warehouse operative - understanding spoken safety and task instructions
School support worker - supporting staff and children in a school setting
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up in spoken English, building on what you've learned.
Entry Level 1 or 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing) - if you want to develop your written English alongside your speaking skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or 3 - a broader English qualification covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening, recognised by many employers.
