Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) Course in Corby. Classes run at Tresham College Corby Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and focuses on spoken English: how you listen, respond, and communicate clearly in everyday and work situations. You'll develop the speaking and listening skills that employers and further study programmes look for. An initial assessment helps place you at the right level before you start.
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 speak clearly and confidently in formal and informal situations.
You'll practise listening carefully and responding appropriately in conversations.
You'll learn how to follow and give instructions in English.
You'll build skills for taking part in discussions, including asking and answering questions.
You'll understand how tone, body language, and context affect communication.
You'll prepare for speaking and listening tasks in workplace and everyday settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities at Tresham College Corby Campus, including group discussions, role plays, and listening exercises. Assessment for the English Speaking Board Award is through observed speaking and listening tasks. There is no written exam for this qualification. Your tutor will assess your performance in structured activities that reflect real communication situations.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Corby Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear spoken English is central to this role.
Receptionist: you'll handle calls, greet visitors, and relay information.
Healthcare support worker: communication with patients and colleagues is essential.
Teaching assistant: supporting learners requires strong listening and speaking skills.
Retail sales assistant: serving customers confidently in English every day.
Call centre agent: spoken communication is the core skill for this work.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English Certificate: adds reading and writing alongside your speaking and listening skills, giving you the full GCSE-equivalent English qualification many employers ask for.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing) Awards: extend your English Skills for Life qualification into other areas.
Level 3 ESOL or vocational qualifications: once you have Level 2 English, many Level 3 courses in health, business, or childcare become accessible.
