Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Billingham. Classes run at Stockton Council Learning and Skills, part-time during the day, over 12 weeks. This course is for adults aged 19 or over whose first language is not English. You'll develop your English reading skills at Level 2, the level employers recognise as equivalent to a good GCSE English grade. The esol skills for life (reading) classes cover the reading skills you need for everyday life, work, and further study. Residency status may affect funding eligibility; the centre can advise you before you start.
Who this course is for
Aged 19+, Ideal for learners for whom English is not their first Language
Entry requirements
Aged 19+, Learners for whom English is not their first Language. Residency status may impact funding eligability
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including letters, emails, and articles.
You'll identify the main points and supporting detail in written material.
You'll work out the meaning of unfamiliar words using context.
You'll understand how texts are organised and how language is used for different purposes.
You'll read and respond to information presented in different formats, such as tables and forms.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Stockton Council Learning and Skills, with a tutor guiding each session. Learning is part-time and daytime, so sessions fit around other commitments. Assessment is through a written reading exam set by Ascentis. You'll have an initial assessment before the course begins to confirm that Level 2 is the right level for you, and the centre will use this to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Stockton Council Learning and Skills will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading correspondence, emails, and product information
Retail assistant: understanding written instructions, labels, and stock information
Healthcare support worker: reading care plans, notices, and written guidance
School support assistant: reading classroom materials and pupil records
Office administrator: handling written communications and documents
Warehouse operative: reading safety signs, delivery notes, and instructions
What you could study next
Once you've completed the level 2 esol skills for life (reading) qualification, you could move on to:
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening) Awards, to build a fuller English qualification profile.
Functional Skills English Level 2, which covers reading, writing, and communication in one qualification and is widely requested by employers.
A vocational qualification in your chosen field, where strong English reading skills are a foundation.
