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Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Leicester

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) Course in Leicester. Classes run at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus, full-time during the day.

The course is for 16 to 18 year olds who do not have English as a first language. You'll start with an initial assessment in English and maths, so you're placed at the right level. The programme runs over one year and covers reading alongside writing, speaking, listening, ICT, and citizenship. You'll also complete work experience and an employability programme.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading).

Who this course is for

This ESOL course is for those aged 16-18 who do not have English as a first language and who wish to improve their English language skills in order to progress to other courses, training or employment. This study programme is offered at five different levels, from entry-level 1 to level 2 and after an initial assessment in English and maths, students are allocated a course at the appropriate level.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. Your level of English will be assessed through a variety of reading, writing, speaking and ability tasks and your maths level will be assessed by completing an online maths initial assessment programme. Based on the results of these assessment tasks, you will be enrolled onto an entry 1, entry 2, entry 3, level 1 or a level 2 course. It is possible for you to move to the next level during the academic year.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your English reading skills at Level 2.
  • You'll practise writing clearly and accurately in English.
  • You'll build your speaking and listening skills.
  • You'll use ICT as part of your studies.
  • You'll learn about citizenship and life in the UK.
  • You'll complete a work experience placement.
  • You'll take part in an employability programme to prepare for work.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus. The programme is modular, covering English, maths, ICT, and citizenship. Your English level is assessed through reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Your maths level is assessed through an online initial assessment. You can move up to the next level during the year if you progress quickly.

What you will need to bring

Leicester College Abbey Park Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, supports customers in a retail or office setting.
  • Warehouse operative, follows written instructions and safety notices on the job.
  • Hospitality team member, reads menus, orders, and workplace documents.
  • Retail sales assistant, handles written communications and product information.
  • Care support worker, reads care plans and records as part of the role.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 or Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Speaking and Listening), to build on other areas of English.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2, the recognised equivalent to GCSE English for employment and further study.
  • A vocational course in an area such as childcare, business, or hospitality, once your English is strong enough to meet entry requirements.
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