Entry Level Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life (Entry 2)

• ESOL Skills for Life – Reading (Entry 2)
• ESOL Skills for Life – Speaking and Listening (Entry 2)
• ESOL Skills for Life – Writing (Entry 2)

1. Reading (Entry 2)

• Overview: This unit focuses on reading skills, enabling learners to understand short, straightforward texts. They will improve their ability to extract information from texts such as signs, instructions, and short narratives.
• Skills Covered:
  • Understanding common signs and symbols.
  • Recognizing simple words and phrases in context.
  • Extracting information from instructional or chronological texts.
• Assessment: Learners will be assessed on their ability to read and understand short written texts through a Pearson-devised paper-based test.
• Duration: Approximately 60 guided learning hours (GLH).

2. Speaking and Listening (Entry 2)

• Overview: This unit focuses on improving speaking and listening skills. Learners will develop the ability to engage in simple conversations, express opinions, and understand spoken instructions.
• Skills Covered:
  • Engaging in discussions and asking/answering questions.
  • Expressing needs, feelings, and opinions in familiar settings.
  • Following instructions and participating in short, structured conversations.
• Assessment: Learners will complete a practical assessment where they will participate in discussions or dialogues.
• Duration: Approximately 120 guided learning hours (GLH).

3. Writing (Entry 2)

• Overview: This unit helps learners develop their writing skills, focusing on writing short texts, such as forms, emails, and simple instructions. Learners will improve their use of basic grammar and punctuation.
• Skills Covered:
  • Writing simple, straightforward sentences.
  • Using correct punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
  • Writing short narratives or instructions, including personal details and descriptions.
• Assessment: Learners will be required to complete writing tasks, such as filling out forms and writing short sentences.
• Duration: Approximately 90 guided learning hours (GLH).

Unit-Based Assessments: Each unit is assessed separately through a Pearson-devised assessment. Learners can complete individual assessments for reading, speaking and listening, or writing units, depending on their needs.

• Learners must be at least 16 years old.
• No prior qualifications are required, but learners should have basic literacy skills in their native language.

• Non-native English Speakers: Those who want to improve their communication skills in English for everyday life or work.
• Immigrants and Refugees: Individuals looking to develop their English language skills to integrate into English-speaking communities.
• Job Seekers: People aiming to enhance their employability by gaining practical English language skills.

Upon completing the Entry Level Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life (Entry 2), learners can:

• Progress to Entry Level 3 ESOL qualifications.
• Enhance their communication skills for work, education, or everyday interactions.
• Increase employability and access to further training opportunities.

The full course typically takes 270 guided learning hours (GLH), spread across all units. Learners may take 3 to 6 months to complete, depending on their pace. Each individual unit (reading, writing, or speaking and listening) has separate time commitments, allowing flexibility.

This online course is an excellent way for learners to develop their English skills, providing the foundation they need to progress to higher levels and achieve their personal, educational, and career goals.