Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Harrogate. Classes run at Harrogate Civic Centre, part-time during the day, making it easier to fit around family or other commitments. Over 22 weeks, you'll develop your spoken and written English, including grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, to help you in everyday life and work. This is a free esol skills for life speaking and listening course for adults aged 19 and over whose first language is not English. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The course will develop your speaking and listening 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 confident communicating in
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, including how to express yourself clearly in conversations.
You'll practise listening skills so you can follow and respond to spoken English in everyday situations.
You'll build your understanding of English grammar and how to use it accurately.
You'll expand your vocabulary for work and daily life.
You'll improve your pronunciation so others can understand you more easily.
You'll gain confidence reading and writing in English alongside your speaking and listening skills.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Harrogate Civic Centre, with a mix of speaking and listening activities, group work, and teacher-led instruction. Assessment for the City and Guilds Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) is through observed speaking and listening tasks. Your tutor will assess how well you communicate in English in a range of realistic situations.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring valid ID such as a passport, your National Insurance number, and evidence of your residency in the UK. Harrogate Civic Centre will confirm any other documents or materials you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speak with customers and colleagues in English daily.
Care assistant: communicate clearly with clients and care teams.
Retail assistant: handle enquiries and transactions in English.
Receptionist: greet visitors and take calls confidently in English.
Classroom or teaching assistant: support learning in English-speaking schools.
Office administrator: correspond and communicate in a workplace setting.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills English Certificate: covers reading and writing alongside speaking and listening, and is the recognised GCSE English equivalent for employment and further study.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): extend your English skills into other areas if you want to strengthen specific skills.
Level 3 ESOL or vocational qualifications: once your English is at Level 2, many vocational courses in health, childcare, or business become accessible.
