Free Level 1 ESOL Course in Exeter – Exeter College

CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start12 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College, part-time during the day. This is an english for speakers of other languages qualification, focusing on speaking and listening at Level 1. The course runs over 60 hours, giving you time to build your spoken English at a manageable pace. It suits anyone who needs to fit study around family, work, or other commitments.

Who this course is for

For details about GATEWAY AWARD IN ESOL SKILLS FOR LIFE - LEVEL 1 - SPEAKING AND LISTENING, please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.

Entry requirements

See website for futher details

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your spoken English in everyday situations.
  • You'll practise listening and responding clearly in conversations.
  • You'll learn how to express ideas and opinions in English.
  • You'll understand spoken English from a range of speakers.
  • You'll build confidence speaking in formal and informal settings.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day at Exeter College. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is through spoken tasks and listening exercises, which are observed and recorded as evidence toward your Award.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant - speaking clearly with customers every day.
  • Care assistant - communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
  • Retail assistant - helping customers and working in a team.
  • Receptionist - greeting visitors and handling enquiries in English.
  • Warehouse operative - following spoken instructions safely.
  • Cleaner or catering assistant - roles where spoken English is needed.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up if you want to reach a higher level of spoken English.
  • Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills English - covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening, and is recognised by employers as a GCSE equivalent.
  • Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing) - to develop your English across all four skills.

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