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ESOL and Employability Skills Course in Richmond upon Thames

Cost£187.00
Duration10 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Free ESOL and Employability Skills Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time on Monday afternoons. The course runs for 10 weeks. You'll need to be at ESOL Entry 3 level before you start, and you'll take an English language assessment before your first class so you're placed at the right level. This entry level esol and employability skills course builds the English language skills and practical knowledge that employers look for. You'll cover job-seeking vocabulary, workplace communication, and digital skills. A useful starting point for anyone learning English for speakers of other languages who wants to move into work.

Who this course is for

Are you a non-native speaker looking to boost your English and career prospects? This course is designed to improve your English language skills while equipping you with the practical skills employers value. You'll learn in a supportive, adult-only environment from experienced teachers. Improving your English and digital skills can open doors to new opportunities and help you achieve your career goals.

Entry requirements

You must be 18 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date. You must be at ESOL Entry 3 level to take this course. Before you start, you need to take an English language assessment to help us place you at the right level.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop English vocabulary and phrases linked to job seeking and employment.
  • You'll practise workplace communication skills used in everyday job situations.
  • You'll build digital skills relevant to finding and applying for work.
  • You'll learn how to present yourself to employers in writing and in conversation.
  • You'll understand what employers expect from workers in the UK.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Parkshot with other adult learners. Sessions run on Monday afternoons over 10 weeks. Learning is practical and focused on real employment situations. Assessment is through coursework and tasks completed during the course, not a formal written exam.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, using clear English with customers
  • Retail sales assistant, communicating with colleagues and the public
  • Receptionist, handling enquiries and written messages
  • Care assistant, following instructions and recording information
  • Warehouse operative, reading safety signs and workplace documents
  • Cleaner or facilities assistant, understanding workplace instructions

What you could study next

Once you've completed this course, you could move on to a higher ESOL qualification to keep building your English. Options include Functional Skills English Entry Level 3 or Level 1, which are recognised by employers and colleges across the UK. If you want to develop your employability skills further, a Level 1 Award in Skills for Employment or a Level 1 Diploma in Employability Skills would be a natural next step.

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