Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. This english for speakers of other languages course builds your spoken English and listening skills for everyday life and work. You'll also develop your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. The course runs for 22 weeks part-time. It's free for eligible adults aged 19 or over whose first language is not English.
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 for everyday situations and the workplace.
You'll practise listening and responding clearly in conversations.
You'll build your understanding of English grammar and how to use it correctly.
You'll expand your vocabulary for work and daily life.
You'll improve your pronunciation to communicate more clearly.
You'll gain knowledge of how English is used in different social and professional contexts.
How you will learn
Classes are held in person at Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service on evenings across 22 weeks. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities in the classroom, including conversations, discussions, and listening tasks. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks rather than written exams, so your spoken English is assessed directly in a real communicative context.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Skipton Adult Learning & Skills Service 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: communicate clearly with customers and colleagues
Care assistant: speak confidently with clients, families, and care teams
Retail assistant: handle enquiries and transactions in English
Receptionist: manage calls, greet visitors, and take messages
Warehouse operative: follow spoken instructions and work safely in a team
Classroom teaching assistant: support teachers and communicate with pupils and parents
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): round out your English skills with the other core components.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, useful when employers ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Level 2 Certificate in a vocational subject: once your English is at Level 2, many vocational courses in care, business, or retail become accessible.
