Free Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, full-time during the day. This course builds your spoken English and listening skills in everyday and work situations. You'll study for around one year. The level 1 esol skills for life (speaking and listening) classes cover listening, responding, and speaking clearly in a range of contexts. An initial assessment confirms this is the right level for you and helps plan your learning.
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 speak clearly and confidently in formal and informal situations.
You'll listen carefully and respond to what others say.
You'll follow spoken instructions and ask questions to check understanding.
You'll take part in discussions and group conversations in English.
You'll use appropriate language for different situations and audiences.
You'll develop vocabulary to communicate in everyday and work contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom activities, group discussions, and speaking tasks with other learners. Assessment is practical and spoken. You'll be assessed on your ability to listen and respond, and to speak clearly in a range of situations. Bedford College uses classroom-based tasks and observations to assess your progress throughout the course.
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: speak with customers confidently in English.
Receptionist: handle calls and face-to-face enquiries at work.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
Retail assistant: serve customers and work as part of a team.
Classroom support assistant: support teachers and interact with pupils.
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, recognised by more employers and colleges.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: adds reading and writing alongside speaking and listening, and is the recognised equivalent to GCSE English.
ESOL Skills for Life Reading or Writing at Level 1: broadens your English skills across all four areas.
