ESOL: communication for work and everyday situations (entry 3 Ascentis Skills for Employment)

About this course

Learners develop English for workplace and everyday employment situations through communication practice, job opportunity research and preparation for applications or interviews. The course also covers employee rights and responsibilities, including how to respond to problems at work. Participants review their own skills and interests, complete a shared task with others, and record their role and reflections. Their work is assessed against the Ascentis Skills for Employment criteria and compiled into a portfolio that can evidence their skills for employers and training providers.

What you'll learn

• Select suitable communication methods for different work-related purposes
• Research job opportunities and present relevant skills and interests in applications or interviews
• Plan and complete a shared task while describing individual roles and responsibilities
• Explain key employee rights and responsibilities, including possible responses to workplace problems

Is this course right for you?

The course is designed for ESOL learners at Entry 3 who are preparing for work or volunteering. Its activities include workplace communication, application and interview practice, and completing a shared task with other learners.

• Includes preparation for applications and interviews
• Involves collaborative work and reflection on a shared task
• Produces a portfolio assessed against Ascentis Skills for Employment criteria