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Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (reading) Course in Bridgwater

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration11 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free for 16 to 18 year olds. Fees apply for adults. Contact University Centre Somerset for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (reading) Course in Bridgwater. Classes run at Bridgwater College, part-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course runs over 11 weeks and focuses on English reading skills. You'll work on understanding a range of texts, from everyday documents to more complex written material. Topics include reading for meaning, identifying key information, and understanding how texts are structured.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 2 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 variety of everyday texts.
  • You'll identify the main points and key information in written material.
  • You'll recognise how different texts are organised and structured.
  • You'll understand the purpose and audience of different types of writing.
  • You'll use reading strategies to work out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
  • You'll interpret information from texts such as letters, articles, and instructions.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Bridgwater College with a tutor. Learning is built around reading tasks using real texts. Assessment is through a formal written exam set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 2 is the right starting point for you.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant, reads and responds to written customer queries.
  • Retail assistant, handles written instructions, labels, and stock information.
  • Care assistant, reads care plans and written guidance in a care setting.
  • Administrative assistant, works with letters, emails, and written records.
  • Classroom support assistant, reads and interprets learning materials alongside pupils.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (writing) Award, develops your written English alongside your reading skills.
  • Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (listening and speaking) Award, rounds out your English communication skills.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2, the recognised GCSE equivalent in English, useful for employment and further study.
  • Level 3 ESOL qualification, for those who want to develop more advanced English skills.
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