Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, full-time during the day. This esol skills for life (speaking and listening) course focuses on spoken English: listening with understanding, expressing ideas clearly, and taking part in conversations and discussions. The course runs for one year. You'll work toward the English Speaking Board Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening), a recognised esol skills for life (speaking and listening) qualification that shows employers and colleges your spoken English meets Level 2 standard.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to listen and respond to spoken English in everyday and work-related situations.
You'll practise speaking clearly and confidently in formal and informal conversations.
You'll learn to follow and contribute to discussions, including group conversations.
You'll build skills in presenting information and ideas verbally to others.
You'll understand how tone, register, and context affect spoken communication.
You'll practise asking and answering questions accurately in English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based speaking and listening activities, including group discussions, presentations, and one-to-one exchanges. Assessment is through observed spoken tasks set by the English Speaking Board. There is no written exam for this qualification. Your speaking and listening skills are assessed directly, so you'll practise the kinds of tasks you'll be assessed on throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College 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: handling calls, greetings, and enquiries in English
Teaching assistant: supporting classroom communication and discussion
Care assistant: communicating with clients, families, and colleagues
Retail sales assistant: advising customers and working in a team
Administrator: taking part in meetings and workplace conversations
Community support worker: engaging with people in English day to day
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 2: the qualification employers and colleges recognise as the GCSE English equivalent, covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Level 3 ESOL qualification: if you want to progress to higher-level study or professional training that requires strong English across all skills.
