Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening in Catterick Garrison. Classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 22 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This course develops your spoken English and listening skills for everyday life and work. You'll also build your understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course is open to adults aged 19 or over whose first language is not English.
Who this course is for
The course will develop your speaking and listening / reading and writing skills in English to help you in everyday life and work.
You will also gain knowledge and understanding of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. You will become more conf
Entry requirements
This course is for anyone aged 19 or over, whose first language is not English. You will need to provide ID such as a passport, a National Insurance number and we will need to ask you about your residency in the UK.
We will ask you to provide evidence of
What you will learn
You'll develop your spoken English for everyday conversations and workplace situations.
You'll practise listening and responding clearly in a range of real contexts.
You'll build your knowledge of English grammar and how to use it correctly.
You'll expand your vocabulary for daily life and work.
You'll improve your pronunciation to communicate more clearly.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions, ask questions, and give information in English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run during the day. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and tutor-led sessions. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks, where you demonstrate your skills directly. There are no written exams for this Award. Your tutor will track your progress throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Catterick Library & Information Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to bring ID such as a passport and your National Insurance number when you enrol.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking clearly with customers every day.
Care assistant: communicating with clients, families, and colleagues.
Retail assistant: serving customers and handling queries in English.
Receptionist: greeting visitors and answering calls confidently.
Classroom or nursery assistant: supporting children and working with staff.
Warehouse or factory operative: following instructions and working in a team.
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): round out your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: the recognised equivalent to GCSE English, accepted by employers and colleges.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in health and social care, childcare, or business administration, once your English is at the level needed to study in English.
