Entry Level Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life (Entry 3)

• ESOL Skills for Life – Reading (Entry 3)
• ESOL Skills for Life – Speaking and Listening (Entry 3)
• ESOL Skills for Life – Writing (Entry 3)

1. Reading (Entry 3)

• Overview: This unit focuses on enabling learners to read and understand short, straightforward texts, such as public notices, simple narratives, and everyday information sources like leaflets or instructions.
• Skills Covered:
  • Understanding the main events and purpose of straightforward texts.
  • Recognizing different types of texts, such as descriptive or explanatory texts.
  • Identifying keywords and extracting relevant information from documents.
• Assessment: Learners will complete a Pearson-devised assessment based on reading tasks, such as interpreting short texts.
• Duration: Approximately 60 guided learning hours (GLH).

2. Speaking and Listening (Entry 3)

• Overview: This unit develops learners' ability to participate in conversations on familiar topics, respond to others, and express opinions using appropriate formality. Learners will practice both speaking and listening skills in real-world contexts.
• Skills Covered:
  • Engaging in discussions, asking and answering questions.
  • Responding appropriately in conversations, adjusting speech to the context.
  • Listening for and identifying key information in spoken communication.
• Assessment: A practical Pearson-devised assessment based on discussions or dialogues to demonstrate competence in both speaking and listening.
• Duration: Approximately 120 guided learning hours (GLH).

3. Writing (Entry 3)

• Overview: This unit aims to build learners' ability to write short, clear texts such as emails, forms, and simple instructions. Learners will improve their use of grammar, spelling, and punctuation for everyday written communication.
• Skills Covered:
  • Writing to convey information and opinions clearly and appropriately.
  • Using proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  • Writing short texts with attention to audience and context, such as personal emails or workplace notes.
• Assessment: Learners will undertake a Pearson-devised written assessment to demonstrate their ability to complete short writing tasks.
• Duration: Approximately 90 guided learning hours (GLH).

• Unit-Based Assessments: Each unit is assessed separately with Pearson-devised tasks. Learners can complete individual unit assessments and receive certification for specific units if they prefer to focus on one skill area (reading, speaking/listening, or writing) at a time.

• Learners must be at least 16 years old.
• No prior qualifications or knowledge of English is required, though learners should have completed Entry Level 2 or have equivalent skills.

• Non-native English Speakers: Individuals seeking to improve their English language skills for daily communication or employment.
• Job Seekers: Those wanting to enhance employability by improving their English for workplace settings.
• Immigrants and Refugees: Individuals aiming to integrate into English-speaking environments through improved language skills.

Upon completion of the Entry Level Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life (Entry 3), learners can:

• Progress to Level 1 ESOL qualifications or equivalent.
• Improve communication for everyday interactions and workplace settings.
• Increase employability and pursue further education or training opportunities.

The full course consists of 270 guided learning hours (GLH) and can be completed over 3 to 6 months depending on the learner’s pace. Learners have the flexibility to complete units separately if they wish to focus on specific skills.

This flexible, online course equips learners with the English skills they need to thrive in both personal and professional environments.