ESOL+ Employability Skills

L1 Level 1
Full Time
3 September 2024 — 21 June 2025
One Canal Parade

About this course

*This course is subject to validation


The ESOL+ course for employability is targeted at students of any age, aiming to improve and develop their English skills but also skills that will make them more employable. We will look at all the stages of getting that perfect job or the job you just need as a steppingstone to your dream job.

This course is suitable for students who may not have any work experience or for those with some work experience in the UK or in other countries. Students will aim to gain qualifications in the main English language skills as well as a BTEC qualification in Work Skills.

What you will study

Students will study the main language skills of:

  • reading
  • writing
  • speaking
  • listening

For general purposes and will cover a wide variety of topics. 

The employability session will focus on building up an attractive CV and writing distinctive job application letters, developing skills required by employers, focusing on formal language and confident presentations. Finally, you will take part in mock job interviews that will get you ready for employment.

Teaching assessments will be through regular assignment and assessments.

Students may continue their ESOL education at a higher level or go into employment. 

Entry requirements

Assessment at Level 1. Alternatively, successful achievement of Entry Level 3 and satisfactory reference from tutor to indicate good behaviour, attendance and progress.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

3 September 2024

End date

21 June 2025

Time of day

Day Time

Full Time

17.5 hours per week

Location

One Canal Parade
Maps & directions

Course code

ESCC1F21
L1

Qualification

Ascentis Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading)

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What our students say
ESOL - Lulu

I came to the UK about two years ago and recently started at the College. I have already been made a course rep and am enjoying the College. I chose to come to this College as there is so much you can do here, my favourite part is the skills centre. In the Sucess Centre there is always someone to help you if you are struggling with work, and so many books available. After finishing my ESOL course I am looking forward to carrying on my education. I have chosen to specialise in Health and Social Care, as I would like to give back to the community by helping people. To anyone wondering if they should come I would say if you have a dream, and want to achieve your goals, never give up; where I come from not everyone gets education, and I am really excited to start my new beginning at CAVC.

Lulu Osman
Former ESOL + Health and Social Care Student

Locations

One Canal Parade
One Canal Parade

One Canal Parade,
Dumballs Road,
Cardiff,
CF10 5BF