Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Maida Vale Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs for 15 weeks. You'll develop your spoken English and listening skills to Level 2, the level employers expect for most workplace roles. This is an ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening qualification, so it focuses entirely on communication rather than reading or writing. Your entry requirements are assessed individually, so you don't need specific prior qualifications to apply.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll speak clearly and confidently in formal and informal situations.
You'll listen and respond to spoken information, instructions, and discussions.
You'll take part in group discussions and express your views effectively.
You'll follow and give explanations, instructions, and descriptions.
You'll understand different accents and speaking styles in everyday and work contexts.
You'll use appropriate language and tone for different audiences and purposes.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and delivered part-time during the day. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and tutor-led sessions. Assessment is through observed speaking and listening tasks rather than written exams. Your tutor will assess your performance during these activities to confirm you've met the Level 2 standard.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City of Westminster College Maida Vale Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear spoken English is essential for customer-facing roles.
Receptionist: speaking and listening skills used daily at front-of-house.
Healthcare support worker: communication is central to patient care.
Teaching assistant: working with children and staff requires confident spoken English.
Retail sales assistant: serving customers and handling queries confidently.
Office administrator: taking part in meetings and relaying information accurately.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in 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.
Level 3 ESOL qualification: if you want to develop your English further for higher-level study or professional work.
CELTA or teacher training courses: if you're interested in teaching English to others.
