Free Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College. You'll study full-time during the day, completing the course over one year. The course builds your English reading skills to Level 1, covering how to read and understand a range of texts in everyday and work situations. Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) classes are taught in the classroom, giving you regular practice and support from your tutor.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll read and understand texts used in everyday life, such as letters, notices, and forms.
You'll identify the main points and details in written texts.
You'll work out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context.
You'll follow written instructions and information accurately.
You'll read texts written for different purposes and audiences.
You'll develop your confidence reading longer and more complex passages.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bedford College, with a tutor guiding your reading practice throughout the year. Assessment for the English Speaking Board Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) is through a formal reading assessment. You'll read and respond to written texts to demonstrate your skills at Level 1.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading emails, notices, and written instructions at work.
Warehouse operative: following written safety and stock-control instructions.
Care assistant: reading care plans and written guidance accurately.
Retail assistant: reading product information, labels, and workplace communications.
Receptionist: reading correspondence and written requests from visitors and staff.
Classroom or nursery support assistant: reading resources and written guidance from teachers.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up, taking your reading skills to a higher level and meeting the standard many employers ask for.
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Speaking and Listening): broaden your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a qualification recognised by employers and colleges as equivalent to GCSE English.
