Free Entry Level ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Kettering – Workpays Kettering
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 Kettering. Classes run at Workpays Kettering. This entry level ESOL skills for life (speaking and listening) course is for people with limited spoken English who want to communicate more confidently in everyday situations. You'll develop your ability to speak and understand spoken English in practical contexts. The course runs during the day and takes around 120 hours to complete. You'll need an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
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, such as shopping, asking for help, and making requests.
You'll develop your ability to listen to and understand spoken English.
You'll learn to follow simple instructions and respond appropriately.
You'll build vocabulary for common topics including work, home, and daily routines.
You'll practise taking turns in conversations and asking simple questions.
You'll learn to understand different accents and speaking speeds in familiar contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Kettering, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and interactive, focusing on speaking and listening activities. Assessment is through observed spoken tasks and listening exercises. There are no written exams for this qualification. Your tutor will assess your speaking and listening skills directly during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Kettering will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers and colleagues in English daily.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and communicate with your team.
Cleaner or domestic assistant: understand and respond to instructions from supervisors.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care staff.
Kitchen assistant: take part in team communication in a busy workplace.
Retail assistant: serve customers and handle basic spoken transactions.
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, for more complex spoken communication.
Entry Level 2 or 3 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): broaden your English skills beyond speaking and listening.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: combines reading, writing, speaking, and listening in one qualification, and leads toward Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills English.
