ESOL for Rail
This course is for learners (aged 19 +): whose first language is not English whose level of English and maths is a minimum of Entry 3 who are interested in completing the Rail course and pursuing a career in the rail industry who may have experience of working in the rail industry in another country but lack the qualifications/level of English to be able to find work immediately who do not yet have English and maths skills at Level 1, so do not yet meet the entry requirements of the Rail course
Course overview
What will you learn/gain from this course?
- An insight into the rail industry in the UK
- A basic understanding of health and safety in the rail industry
- An understanding of some of the jobs available
- An understanding of some of the skills needed to work in the industry
- A greater understanding of some of the sector-specific English terminology
- Improved vocationally relevant communication skills
What this course covers
Entry Requirements
A recent qualification in Entry 3 English/ESOL and Maths or an initial assessment outcome of Entry 3 in English and maths.
Progression Opportunities
You can progress on to the Rail offer at James Watt College, depending on your initial assessment outcome.
Delivery And Assessment
You will be taught by an ESOL specialist with an understanding of the rail industry and complete taster activities with the Rail department.
