ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages
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Course overview
Learn how to support and care for others while improving your English language and communication skills.
This full-time NQ Level 4 Care with ESOL course introduces you to the basic knowledge and skills needed to work in Health, Social Care, or Childcare. At the same time, you’ll receive support to develop your English (ESOL) skills.
You’ll learn about human development, care values, and social influences while taking part in practical learning such as First Aid and communication exercises. This course is an ideal first step if you want to study or work in the care sector in the future.
This course is ideal for:
Students whose first language is not English
Learners interested in working in health, childcare, or social care
Those who want to build confidence in communication while learning about care work
Learners planning to progress to higher-level care qualifications
What you will learn
You’ll study a mix of practical and theory-based topics that give you a strong foundation in care and communication, including:
Human Development and Behaviour (Level 4) – understand how people grow and change
Investigating Services Assignment (Level 4) – learn about health and care services in your community
Social Influences (Level 4) – explore how society affects health and wellbeing
Values and Principles (Level 4) – study the standards and ethics of care work
First Aid (Level 4) – learn basic emergency response and safety skills
Communication – improve speaking, listening, and writing for care settings
ESOL for Employability (Level 5) – build English for work and study in the care sector
(Units may be subject to change.)
Learning combines classroom discussions, group projects, and reflective activities that help connect theory to real-life practice in order to build both your knowledge of the care industry and your English skills.
Entry requirements
✅ QS ESOL National 4 or equivalent qualification (click here to see equivalent qualifications)
✅ Attendance at an interview
✅ A personal statement that must include:
Why you want to study Health and Social Care
The type of care work you hope to do
The skills and qualities you think make a good care worker — and why
Career Opportunities
This course helps you take your first steps toward a career in:
💖 Social Care
🏥 Health Care
👶 Childcare
💬 Support Work
You’ll develop communication, empathy, and teamwork skills that are essential in every care role.
Future prospects
After completing this course, you can progress to:
NQ Level 5 Health and Social Care
Other courses at Level 5
Further ESOL
Vocational study leading to employment in care services
