The Level 2 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life is designed for learners whose first language is not English and who are looking to further develop their proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. This qualification prepares learners for more complex communication in both everyday and workplace settings, enhancing their ability to integrate into English-speaking environments. Delivered fully online, the course provides flexibility and allows learners to progress at their own pace.
Learners can complete individual units separately, focusing on specific areas such as reading, writing, or speaking and listening.
Level 2 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life
- ESOL Skills for Life – Reading (Level 2)
- ESOL Skills for Life – Speaking and Listening (Level 2)
- ESOL Skills for Life – Writing (Level 2)
1. Reading (Level 2)
- Overview: This unit helps learners to understand and analyze longer and more complex texts, including articles, reports, and instructions. Learners will improve their ability to extract, compare, and evaluate information and opinions from written material.
- Skills Covered:
- Reading for detailed information and understanding structure and purpose.
- Identifying, comparing, and interpreting complex information.
- Analyzing persuasive and descriptive language in various types of texts.
- Assessment: Learners will complete a Pearson-devised assessment based on reading tasks that include interpreting reports, longer articles, or written instructions.
- Duration: Approximately 60 guided learning hours (GLH).
2. Speaking and Listening (Level 2)
- Overview: This unit focuses on developing speaking and listening skills for more formal and structured communication. Learners will learn how to participate in detailed discussions, express opinions clearly, and respond appropriately to others in professional or formal contexts.
- Skills Covered:
- Engaging in detailed discussions, presenting opinions and information clearly.
- Listening for specific information, interpreting meaning, and responding effectively.
- Adapting speech based on audience, purpose, and context.
- Assessment: A Pearson-devised practical assessment based on discussions, presentations, or debates, focusing on the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Duration: Approximately 120 guided learning hours (GLH).
3. Writing (Level 2)
- Overview: This unit helps learners develop advanced writing skills, focusing on producing clear, structured texts such as reports, formal letters, and emails. Learners will practice using a wide range of vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structures for different audiences and purposes.
- Skills Covered:
- Writing formal documents, such as reports and letters, using proper structure and language.
- Applying appropriate tone, vocabulary, and style for different purposes and audiences.
- Using advanced punctuation, grammar, and syntax to convey information and opinions.
- Assessment: Learners will complete a Pearson-devised writing assessment, which could include drafting formal documents such as reports, proposals, or detailed emails.
- Duration: Approximately 90 guided learning hours (GLH).