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Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (reading) Course in Taunton

CostFREE
Duration11 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (reading) Course in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College, part-time during the day over 11 weeks. Fees are remitted for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course builds your ability to read English with confidence. You will practise understanding texts, finding key information, and reading different types of written material. These are practical skills that help in everyday life and at work.

You will finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (reading).

Who this course is for

UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite. Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes such as furthering personal development and career opportunities. They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand a range of everyday texts.
  • You'll identify key information and main ideas in written material.
  • You'll follow instructions and notices written in English.
  • You'll understand the purpose and audience of different texts.
  • You'll recognise vocabulary used in common situations such as work, health, and services.

How you will learn

You will learn through classroom sessions at Taunton College. Activities include reading exercises, guided practice, and group work. Assessment is through a formal reading test set by Pearson Edexcel. Your tutor will prepare you for the test throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Taunton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, reads written communications and instructions daily.
  • Warehouse operative, follows written safety notices and pick lists.
  • Care assistant, reads care plans and written guidance at work.
  • Retail assistant, reads product information and store notices.
  • Receptionist, handles written messages and appointment records.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (reading), the next step up for stronger reading skills.
  • Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (writing), to develop written English alongside your reading.
  • Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (speaking and listening), to build your spoken English skills.
  • Functional Skills English Level 1, a broader English qualification recognised by many employers.
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