ESOL Entry Level 3 and Level 1 Reading
Improve your English reading with this Entry 3 and Level 1 class for Speakers of Other Languages [ESOL]. This course leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Who is the course aimed at?
For Staffordshire ESOL residents aged 19+.Develop your English reading skills at Entry 3 and Level 1 - reading a range of texts and developing further reading skills.
Entry requirements
An ESOL tutor will talk to you before the course starts to see if this is the right level for you.
Course Content
Build your reading skills at Entry 3 and Level 1. Read a range of everyday texts and identify key information. Apply reading strategies like skimming, scanning and inference. Identify purpose and tone. You will also develop your English grammar, speaking and writing skills.
Learning Methods
You will work in small groups with a friendly and supportive tutor. Some activities will help your digital skills - on a phone or the library computer. You will be asked to complete some work at home to help your progress.
Learner Support
Your tutor will get to know you, what you want to achieve and support your progress. Please discuss any specific needs with your tutor so we can support you.
Course Assessment
There is an exam at the end of the course. If you pass you will achieve either the Ascentis Entry Level 3 or Level 1 - Reading Award in ESOL Skills for Life.
Learning materials
On enrolment you will need to provide proof of ID (passport, national ID card, driver's licence) and proof of eligibility. For the course you will need a pen, a note pad and a documents folder. For homework you will need an internet connected device, either a PC, a laptop, an iPad, tablet or smart phone - you could do this at your local library.
What can learners do next/progress onto?
You tutor will give you advice. You could go on to do further ESOL courses in Writing/Speaking and Listening or Reading. Other community learning courses or college courses.
Dates, Locations and times
Please contact us for more information on enrolment sessions.
Are there any course fees?
This course is fully funded so there are no fees to pay.
Who delivers this course?
Direct Delivery Unit
How to enrol on this course and find out more?
Please contact Direct Delivery Unit on the below for more information on enrolment sessions:
Telephone: 01543 334537
Email:ben.murphy@staffordshire.gov.uk