Application to ESOL for New Students to Adult Education

<p>Do you need to develop your English skills so that you can talk to your neighbours, go shopping, help your children with their homework, become more involved in your local community or visit a doctor?? </p>

<p>If English is not your first language and you are a permanent resident in the UK, then one of our ESOL courses is just what you’re looking for! </p>

<p>Our ESOL courses will help you to develop confidence with English, support you with key language skills to help you to get a job and help you to manage your everyday life with confidence.  </p>

<p>We have a range of ESOL courses at centres across the city where you can practise speaking, listening, reading and writing skills and learn the language you will need to interact within your local community and to access training and job opportunities.  </p>

<p>We also offer ESOL for Work pathways. These courses are aimed at non-native English speakers working at Level 1 and above who are looking to improve their English and vocational skills. We currently offer pathways in Care which includes Childcare and Health, Business and Retail. We offer dedicated support to students so that they can progress onto higher level courses, get a good job and lifelong careers. </p>

<p>You will study English in real-life situations and classes will include individual work, group work, pair work, role-plays, discussions and presentations.  </p>

<p>In some of our courses, you will work towards Skills for Life qualifications with support from our experienced teaching staff. </p>

<p>We offer courses from Pre-Entry Level, for learners who are new up to ESOL Level 2.  </p>

<p>Courses are available during the daytime and evening. </p>

<p>No qualifications are needed, however, if you have studied ESOL before it is important to tell us.  </p>

<p>Your level will be assessed, and you will be placed in the right class. </p>

<p>You will need to attend all of your classes throughout the course. </p>

<p>City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton and community locations across the city.</p>

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<p>You will improve your reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English to help you in your everyday life and work. </p>
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<p>You will also improve your knowledge of life in the UK. </p>
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<p>You will study in an adult environment with support from a dedicated Student Services Team. </p>
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<p>All the teachers are experts in their subject, fully qualified and experienced. </p>
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<p>We get excellent feedback from students. </p>
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<p>You will have a FREE Microsoft Office 365 account. </p>
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<p>Many students will be able to access financial support e.g. travel, childcare, course fees, resources </p>
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<p>All sessions will be delivered face-to-face.  </p>

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<p>Attend for 1, 2 or 3 sessions per week depending on your course. </p>
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<p>Work in groups, pairs or individually. </p>
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<p>Paper-based and online activities will be set as homework to complete on your own from home. </p>
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<p>You will have an individual learning plan with targets that are personal to you. </p>
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<p>1 to 1 talks with your teacher to talk about your progress (tutorials). </p>
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<p>Learning Support is available if you have a learning disability, let us know on your application if you require support.  </p>

<p>Assessment takes place throughout your study. </p>

<p>Regular monitoring of progress will help to identify any support you might need.  </p>

<p>To achieve an Ascentis ESOL Skills for Life qualification, you will need to take and pass an exam in either reading, writing or speaking & listening.  </p>

<p>For many students the course is free, Student Services will check your eligibility. </p>

<p>You will need to supply your own writing materials such as pens, paper and folders but you may be able to loan a laptop and a MiFi to enable you to learn at home. </p>

<p>You may be eligible for support with travel and childcare. Please contact Student Services on 01902 551658 or 01902 558180 or please email <a href="mailto:enquiries@aes.wolverhamptonn.gov.uk" target="_blank">enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</a> to check eligibility. </p>

<p>Some of our courses will lead to Ascentis ESOL Skills for Life qualifications - available at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 and Level 2. </p>

<p>You will be able to progress to the next level of ESOL Skills for Life Exams and on to other courses at Adult Education Service. It may also help you find work. </p>

<p>For further information or careers or educational advice please contact our Student Gateway:</p>

<p>For free Course and Career Advice click on the link: <u><a href="https://www.life-pilot.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.life-pilot.co.uk/</a></u></p>

<p>01902 558180 | enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk | www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</p>