Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Hexham. Classes run at Northumberland Skills Hexham Campus, part-time during the day, making it manageable alongside family or other commitments. This english for speakers of other languages course focuses on spoken communication: listening, responding, and speaking clearly in everyday and work situations. The course runs over 12 weeks. You'll start with an initial assessment so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning from there.
Who this course is for
English for speakers of other languages
Entry requirements
Learners are required to complete an initial assessment
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to listen and respond accurately in conversations.
You'll practise speaking clearly and confidently in a range of everyday situations.
You'll learn to follow and contribute to discussions on familiar topics.
You'll build skills in understanding spoken instructions and information.
You'll practise asking and answering questions in formal and informal contexts.
You'll develop pronunciation and fluency to communicate more effectively in English.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face-to-face at Northumberland Skills Hexham Campus. You'll take part in speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and structured practice tasks in the classroom. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks, where you demonstrate your skills directly. There is no written exam for this Award. Your initial assessment at the start helps place you at the right level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northumberland Skills Hexham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: speaking with customers and colleagues in English
Care assistant: communicating clearly with clients and care teams
Retail assistant: handling enquiries and transactions in English
Receptionist: greeting visitors and managing calls professionally
Warehouse operative: following spoken instructions and team communication
Classroom or teaching assistant: supporting learners in English-speaking settings
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): round out your English skills with the other components of the ESOL Skills for Life suite.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
Level 3 ESOL or English qualifications: if you want to progress to further study or professional training that requires a higher level of English.
