I don't need English! Improving vocabulary and communication skills for vocational English learners (Code: C1848)

Learners may wonder why they need 'English' in their careers and vocational studies, yet communication skills are some of the most valued by employers. This two part session will focus on the importance of building vocabulary to build learner confidence alongside how to improve communication skills for learners more broadly.

Pricing options

Open 2-part online instances, £99pp. In-house pricing starts from £1045 for up to 15 people online, or £1990 for up to 25 people online.

Upcoming

Online - July 2025
Date: 03/07/2025
Price: from £99.00
Session 1
Date: 03/07/2025 15:00 - 17:00
Session 2
Date: 09/07/2025 15:00 - 17:00
IN HOUSE
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SET Membership

 

SET members are entitled to an exclusive 10% discount off this ETF professional development course.

Find out more about SET membership on the Society for Education and Training (SET) website.

Who is this for?

Teachers and support staff, as well as managers, working with learners studying vocational programmes and apprentices.

Training aim

To improve the confidence and communication skills of learners on vocational programmes.

Outcomes

Session 1 

  • Discuss the importance of relevant subject vocabulary for the vocational classroom and the workplace
  • Evaluate how vocabulary can improve learners’ engagement and understanding of new words
  • Explore strategies to assess learners’ understanding of new vocabulary in their reading, writing and communication.

Session 2

  • Consider methods to improve learners’ confidence in their communication skills
  • Look at ways to better engage learners with written texts
  • Explore strategies to improve spelling accuracy and overall writing competence.

Length

2 x 2 hour sessions, or 1 day face to face

Entry Requirements

None

Contact us

If this course is not currently available at a suitable date/location, please register your interest and we will let you know about new events as they are announced.

If you have any questions, please contact:

T: 0800 0 831 830
E: enquiries@etfoundation.co.uk