Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Hexham. Classes run at Northumberland Skills Hexham Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks and is designed for adult learners who want to strengthen their English reading skills. You'll work through texts and reading tasks that reflect everyday life and work situations. This free ESOL Skills for Life: Reading qualification is a recognised option for adults learning English as a second language in the UK. It sits at Level 2, the same level as GCSE.
Who this course is for
Adult Learners
What you will learn
You'll read and understand a range of texts, including letters, articles, and notices.
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 follow the structure and layout of different types of documents.
You'll read and respond to texts used in everyday life and the workplace.
You'll build your ability to read at a pace and level expected in most UK workplaces.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Northumberland Skills Hexham Campus. Teaching is delivered in small group settings with a focus on reading practice using real texts. Assessment is through a written examination set by City and Guilds. You'll complete reading tasks that test your understanding of a range of text types. Your tutor will prepare you for the exam throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland Skills Hexham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - reading correspondence and product information
Warehouse operative - following written instructions and safety notices
Care assistant - reading care plans and written guidance
Retail assistant - reading labels, emails, and workplace documents
Receptionist - handling written communications and visitor information
School support assistant - supporting children with reading tasks
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) - develop your written English alongside your reading skills.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - round out your English communication skills.
Functional Skills English Level 2 - a broader English qualification recognised by employers as equivalent to GCSE English.
Level 3 ESOL or English courses - if you want to progress further in education or professional roles.
