Free Entry Level ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Coventry – Workpays Coventry

CostFREE
Duration120 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Coventry. Classes run at Workpays Coventry, with daytime sessions and flexible study to fit around you. This entry level ESOL Skills for Life (speaking and listening) course focuses on spoken English: understanding what people say and communicating clearly in everyday situations. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you. The course runs for 120 hours.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to learn how to communicate using English and currently have a limited understanding of how to speak and undsertand spoken English.

Entry requirements

You do not currently hold a ESOL qualification at this level and have a desire to achieve a recognised qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your ability to understand spoken English in everyday conversations.
  • You'll practise speaking clearly so others can understand you.
  • You'll learn how to ask and answer questions in common situations.
  • You'll build vocabulary for daily life, work, and social settings.
  • You'll follow spoken instructions and respond appropriately.
  • You'll take part in short discussions and exchanges with other learners.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Workpays Coventry, including speaking and listening exercises, group discussions, and role-play scenarios. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks. There are no written exams for this qualification. Your tutor will assess your spoken English directly during class activities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Coventry will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: speak with customers confidently in English.
  • Retail sales assistant: communicate with colleagues and shoppers.
  • Care assistant: talk clearly with clients and care teams.
  • Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely.
  • Cleaner or catering assistant: understand workplace instructions in English.
  • Receptionist or admin assistant: handle basic spoken enquiries.

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry Level qualification, you can move on to:

  • Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, covering more complex spoken communication.
  • Level 1 or Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
  • Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1: if you want a qualification that employers recognise alongside GCSE English.

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