First Steps in ESOL 2 (Linkbridge)
Course details
Course code
Q00018489Course date
Number of classes
24 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Noorie AliFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
Linkbridge Community Support Centre (Bur1 Swinless Street
Burnley
BB10 3BN
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you鈥檙e not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
This is a preparation course at pre-entry level. It is designed to lead on to study at Entry 1. It is not an accredited course.
The aim of this programme is to help you start or continue your ESOL classes with the knowledge you鈥檒l need.
First Steps in ESOL is an English course for adults. You will develop basic English language skills. It鈥檚 aimed at complete beginners so you don鈥檛 need any prior knowledge to sign up.
Before you can enrol on this course, you鈥檒l do a skills check. Don鈥檛 worry, this isn鈥檛 an exam. It鈥檚 for us to make sure you get on the right course for your level. You will complete an initial assessment at the start of the course to ensure you are placed on the right level course for you.
When you complete these sets of courses, you will be ready to move on to learning at ESOL Entry 1.
This next step course takes around 60 hours to complete. It gives you more opportunities to learn the skills required to progress on your ESOL pathway. The follow up course will be Get Ready for ESOL Speaking & Listening Entry 1 in term 3.
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What financial support is available?
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We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
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What other support is available?
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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.