English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Department for Work and Pensions
This course is for students who have been referred by the DWP Work Coach to join English classes. It is for students whose first language is not English. You will study reading, writing or speaking and listening at either Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Level 2. This course is available at various times of the week including evenings and Saturday mornings. Most students take an accredited exam at the end of the course.
This course follows the Adult ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Skills for Life Curriculum, helping students to operate and achieve or work towards a Reading, Writing and/or Speaking and Listening qualification at national ESOL standards. You will learn how to improve your English language skills using various techniques. This course is part-time so it can fit around your current learning or personal commitments.
There are no formal entry requirements. You will be able to apply online. You will need to have an initial assessment interview to find out what language level is best for you. You may need to have a Right to Study and Funding assessment to check that you have the right to study in the UK.
All ESOL courses include citizenship and employability planned into the lessons, which means that you will improve your language skills, knowledge of the UK, and employability skills as you progress through the various levels. You will then be able to move on to other vocational qualifications at Leicester College or another provider and/or employment.
You will be sent an email with a link to apply online via the College website as well as an appointment to attend your language assessment. You may need to attend a Right to Study and Funding assessment. At your language assessment, the tutor will discuss the classes available and negotiate a suitable timetable.