Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Corby. Classes run at Tresham College Corby Campus, full-time during the day. This entry level ESOL skills for life (speaking and listening) course focuses on spoken English: holding conversations, listening with understanding, and communicating clearly in everyday situations. You'll study full-time over one year. An initial assessment helps confirm that this entry level ESOL skills for life (speaking and listening) qualification is the right starting point for you.
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 speak clearly in everyday conversations and discussions.
You'll listen and respond to spoken English in a range of situations.
You'll follow and give simple instructions and explanations.
You'll take part in group discussions and exchanges.
You'll ask and answer questions on familiar topics.
You'll understand the main points from spoken information.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based speaking and listening activities, including group discussions, pair work, and guided conversation practice. Assessment is through observed spoken tasks and listening exercises, carried out in the classroom. There is no written exam for this Award. Your speaking and listening skills are assessed directly by your tutor during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Corby Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking with customers and colleagues daily.
Receptionist: greeting visitors and handling enquiries in English.
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and care teams.
Retail assistant: serving customers and working on a shop floor.
Warehouse operative: following spoken instructions in a team setting.
Classroom or nursery support assistant: supporting children and staff.
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English (Reading and Writing): builds on your spoken English with reading and writing skills at the same level.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, for more complex spoken communication.
Level 1 Functional Skills English: a broader English qualification covering speaking, listening, reading, and writing, recognised by many employers.
