ESOL for Health Workers (part-time) for Adults

Course Code: P259813

Key Information

  • Course type

    English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

  • Campus:

    Arundel Campus

  • Start Date:

    30 Jul 2024

  • Duration:

    1 year

  • Attendance:

    Part-time

  • Fees:

    £150.00

This course will help you improve your English skills to a competent level for you to be able to work in healthcare sector. It is suitable for anyone with Entry 3 level of English and working towards a Level 1 qualification.

You will study English reading, writing, listening & speaking skills, formal & informal correspondence, grammar & vocabulary, completing forms and learning useful language to help you in the work environment, as well as everyday life outside the College.

Units may include:

  • formal and informal writing
  • formal and informal speaking
  • medical vocabulary
  • exam preparation techniques
  • polite language and dealing with patients
  • improving listening and reading skills.

You will need to attend every class for you to make the best progress and learn faster.

You will be initially assessed on whether you have completed at an Entry 3 level or have the writing abilities at Level 1.

This is a continually assessed course, and you will be given assessments at the end of every unit.

This is a continually assessed course, and you will be given assessments at the end of every unit.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to communicate with more confidence and professionalism within the workplace.

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