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Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening at HSDC South Downs Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start24 Feb 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Waterlooville. Classes run at HSDC South Downs Campus on a part-time daytime basis, one day or session per week, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This english for speakers of other languages course builds your ability to communicate clearly and confidently in spoken English in everyday situations. The course takes one year to complete. No prior qualifications are required. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can plan your learning at the right level. Ascentis Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) with certificate.

Who this course is for

If English is not your first language then ESOL classes could help you to become better at communicating in English in everyday life.

Entry requirements

No prior qualifications are required however please contact our Admissions Team on 023 9387 9999 to arrange your initial assessment before applying.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your ability to speak clearly in everyday English conversations.
  • You'll practise listening and understanding spoken English in real situations.
  • You'll learn how to express ideas, opinions, and information in spoken English.
  • You'll build skills for following instructions and responding appropriately.
  • You'll improve your ability to take part in discussions and group conversations.
  • You'll develop confidence in using English in work, community, and social settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at HSDC South Downs Campus. Teaching focuses on speaking and listening activities, including discussions, role play, and listening exercises. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks rather than written exams. Your tutor will assess your spoken English directly as part of your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. HSDC South Downs Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: communicating with customers face to face or by phone
  • Care assistant: supporting people in care homes or community settings
  • Retail assistant: serving customers and working as part of a team
  • Receptionist: greeting visitors and handling enquiries in English
  • Classroom or nursery assistant: supporting children and speaking with staff and parents
  • Warehouse or factory operative: following spoken instructions and working safely

What you could study next

Once you've completed this Speaking and Listening Award, you could move on to a broader ESOL qualification that also covers reading and writing. A Level 2 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life covers all four skills and gives you a fuller qualification in English. From there, Functional Skills English Level 2 is the recognised GCSE equivalent in English, which many employers ask for. You could also consider a Level 3 ESOL course if you want to develop your English further.

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