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ESOL Beginners

This course focusses on preparing learners for everyday life, further education and the world of work. Learners will improve their communication and fluency in English, their employability skills and their ability to participate in their local community.

What Will I Learn?

You will achieve a certificate in ESOL Skills for Life which includes: • Reading • Writing • Speaking and listening • Digital Skills • Essential Maths • An opportunity to learn everyday Welsh

Entry Requirements

You will be invited to attend an interview and will undertake an assessment to establish your level of learning. This will also be dependent on visa checks prior to start.

Assessment

A mixture of portfolio and exams.

Career Progression

Opportunities to further enhance English skills within the college or the possibility of accessing vocational programmes.

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Course Details

Level:Entry

Mode:Full Time

Start Date:02/09/2024

Location:Nantgarw

Course Code:ELFE01NA

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The College has four training restaurants that are run jointly by staff and learners and open to the public to use.

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Coleg y Cymoedd has a dedicated Events Team that is committed to provide first class quality, support and value for money when commissioned to help make your event a complete success.

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Wellington Street
Aberdare
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF44 8EN

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Heol y Coleg
Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QY

01443 662800 enquiries@cymoedd.ac.uk

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Llwynypia
Tonypandy
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF40 2TQ

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Twyn Road
Ystrad Mynach
Hengoed
CF82 7XR

01443 816888 enquiries@cymoedd.ac.uk

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