Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills at Level 2, the level employers recognise as competent everyday English. Classes focus on real conversations, discussions, and listening tasks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course is open to learners aged 19 or over.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly and confidently in a range of everyday situations.
You'll develop your listening skills, including following instructions and understanding spoken information.
You'll take part in discussions and learn how to express your views effectively.
You'll build your ability to ask and answer questions in formal and informal contexts.
You'll learn how to adapt the way you speak for different audiences and purposes.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and practice tasks. Assessment is through a spoken assessment, where you'll demonstrate your speaking and listening skills directly. There is no written exam for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear spoken English is a core requirement
Receptionist: speaking and listening skills used daily
Care assistant: communicating well with clients and colleagues
Teaching assistant: supporting classroom conversations and instructions
Retail sales assistant: serving customers and handling queries
Call centre agent: telephone communication in English
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing) Certificate: round out your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the GCSE-equivalent qualification that many employers and colleges ask for.
Level 3 ESOL qualification: if you want to develop your English further toward higher study or professional work.
