Free Entry Level ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Derby – Workpays Derby
CostFREE
Duration120 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Derby. Classes run at Workpays Derby. This entry level ESOL skills for life (speaking and listening) course is for people with limited spoken English who want to build their ability to communicate in everyday situations. You'll develop your speaking and listening skills through daytime classroom sessions. The course runs for 120 hours on a flexible schedule. You do not need to hold an existing ESOL qualification at this level to join. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right starting level for you.
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 practise speaking English in everyday situations and conversations.
You'll develop your ability to listen to and understand spoken English.
You'll learn how to ask and answer simple questions clearly.
You'll build confidence responding to instructions and information given verbally.
You'll practise taking part in short, structured spoken exchanges.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Derby, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and spoken. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks, where you demonstrate your ability to communicate in English. There is no written exam for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer-facing retail assistant - basic spoken English is essential
Warehouse operative - follow verbal instructions and communicate with colleagues
Cleaner or domestic assistant - respond to spoken directions on the job
Care assistant - communicate clearly with clients and team members
Kitchen porter - take part in everyday workplace conversations
What you could study next
Once you complete this Entry Level 1 Award, you could move on to:
Entry Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up in spoken English.
Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing) - to develop your English skills across all four areas.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life - a broader qualification covering speaking, listening, reading, and writing at a higher level.
