Free Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Ripon. Classes run at Ripon Community House Ripon, with part-time daytime sessions over 22 weeks. This english for speakers of other languages course builds your ability to communicate clearly in everyday situations and at work. You'll develop your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation in English. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you. The course runs at a manageable pace, making it easier to fit around other commitments.
Who this course is for
The course will develop your speaking and listening / reading and writing 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 conf
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 conversations and workplace situations.
You'll improve your listening skills to understand spoken English more accurately.
You'll build your knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary.
You'll practise pronunciation to communicate more clearly.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions, ask questions, and respond appropriately.
You'll gain confidence using English in formal and informal settings.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based, with speaking and listening activities at the centre. You'll be assessed through observed tasks and spoken activities that reflect real-life communication. Your tutor will assess how well you can speak and listen in English across a range of situations. There is no written exam for this Award.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to bring photo ID such as a passport, and your National Insurance number. The centre will also ask for evidence of your UK residency. Ripon Community House Ripon 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: talking with clients, families, and healthcare teams
Retail assistant: helping customers and working as part of a team
Receptionist: greeting visitors and handling enquiries in English
Classroom or teaching assistant: supporting pupils and staff in schools
Warehouse or factory operative: following instructions and communicating safely at work
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): round out your English skills across all four areas.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE equivalent in English, accepted by employers and colleges across the UK.
Level 2 qualification in your chosen sector: once your English is at Level 2, many vocational courses become accessible, from health and social care to business administration.
