Free Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Loughton. Classes run at Epping Forest Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 12 weeks and focuses on spoken English at Level 1. You'll practise listening carefully and speaking clearly in everyday and work situations. Classes are daytime, so they fit around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The Course is awarded by the English Speaking Board.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday conversations.
You'll practise listening and responding to spoken information.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions and group talk.
You'll build skills for giving and following spoken instructions.
You'll develop confidence asking and answering questions in English.
You'll practise using appropriate language for different situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom activities, group discussions, and speaking tasks with other learners. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks carried out in the classroom. There is no written exam. Your tutor will assess how you speak and listen during these activities. Classes are face-to-face at Epping Forest Campus.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Epping Forest Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - speaking clearly with customers every day.
Receptionist - greeting visitors and handling enquiries in English.
Care assistant - communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
Retail assistant - serving customers and working as part of a team.
Classroom support assistant - supporting teachers and talking with pupils.
Warehouse operative - following spoken instructions and working safely.
What you could study next
After completing the Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) qualification, you could move on to:
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up, recognised by many employers as a strong level of spoken English.
Level 1 or Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing) - to develop your written English alongside your spoken skills.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 - if you want a qualification that covers reading, writing, and communication together.
