Step Up
For adults to improve their employability skills to get their first job, secure a promotion, find a different job, re-enter the workforce after an absence or change fields.
For adult learners American English Print and digital 6 levels GSE: 34-84 CEFR: A2-C1
Step Up front cover
Step Up front cover
About the course
Step Up provides learners with the skills to succeed in a competitive job market while developing their English language skills
Step Up offers two ways to learn: a self-study course or a self-study course combined with a teacher-led class. Learners develop English language skills through practice in listening, reading, and notetaking skills, pronunciation practice and employability skills practice.
Each Step Up level takes students 18 hours to complete as a self-study course, though this may vary as it is self-paced. The teacher-led course provides 14 hours of class time, with additional resources and extension activities available in the Teaching Notes, which would extend class time.
Although the course emphasizes employability skills, Step Up also develops English language skills by providing vocabulary instruction and practice, listening, reading and notetaking skills, pronunciation practice and discussion strategies.
Why choose Step Up?
Build employability skills to succeed in the global job market
Digital-first approach to teaching employability skills
Self-study: 18 hours, teacher-led and self-study: 32 hours
Step Up is now supported by Credly
Pearson is working with Credly, the digital credentialing leader, to provide digital badges. Credly collaborates with top global training providers, credential issuers, associations and academic institutions. Credly transforms knowledge, skills and achievements into digital credentials that empower individuals to connect with learning and career opportunities.
Learners can proudly display their Credly badge and share their achievements across social media.
Step Up is part of our Pearson English Journey
Fast-track your learners' progress:
- Teach with Step Up
- Assess with Versant English Placement Test (VEPT)
- Certify with Pearson Test of English (PTE)
Versant English Placement Test (VEPT)
Get a fast and unbiased assessment of a learner’s language proficiency with these business-focused tests.
Pearson Test of English (PTE)
The fast, computer-based English test to prove your English skills for study, work and migration.
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