Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening course in Havering. Evening classes run at Havering Adult College Bower Park Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. Before you start, you'll sit an initial assessment with an ESOL teacher to confirm this is the right level for you. Bring any previous ESOL certificates to that session. The course runs for 13 weeks part-time, focusing on spoken English and listening skills at Level 2. City and Guilds Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) with certificate.
Who this course is for
"ESOL courses are English language classes designed for people whose first language is not English. We support progression from Pre-Entry to Level 2. The courses are designed to help you cope with everyday life, such as helping you with your children, communicating with other people and services and helping you to get a job. You will practise English skills and develop your reading ability. Course fees and concessions are dependent on your location, immigration status and employment status. Please ask our Centre Support team for more information."
Entry requirements
"Before the course, you will be required to sit an initial assessment with an ESOL teacher to determine your current level to ensure the course you attend is the most suitable level for you. If you have previously passed any ESOL qualifications, please bring your certificate with you."
What you will learn
You'll develop your ability to speak clearly and confidently in everyday English situations.
You'll practise listening and understanding spoken English from a range of speakers.
You'll learn how to take part in discussions, conversations, and presentations.
You'll build skills in following spoken instructions and responding appropriately.
You'll improve your ability to express ideas, opinions, and information in English.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run in the evening over 13 weeks. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other learners. Assessment for the City and Guilds Award is through observed speaking and listening tasks, not written exams. Your ESOL teacher will assess your performance as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Havering Adult College Bower Park Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. If you have previously passed any ESOL qualifications, bring your certificate to your initial assessment.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: clear spoken English is essential in customer-facing roles.
Receptionist: telephone and face-to-face communication skills used daily.
Healthcare support worker: speaking and listening skills needed when working with patients.
Teaching assistant: supporting children requires confident spoken English.
Retail sales assistant: serving customers and handling queries in English.
Office administrator: meetings, calls, and workplace conversations in English.
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) or (Writing): complete the other Level 2 ESOL units to build a fuller qualification profile.
Functional Skills English Level 2: the recognised GCSE English equivalent, accepted by employers and colleges when they ask for GCSE English or equivalent.
Level 3 ESOL or English courses: if you want to progress to higher education or professional training that requires stronger English skills.
