Certificate in ESOL International (CEFR Level B2 to C1)
This is a skills
based English language qualification intended for those candidates whose first language is not
English. The course is specifically
designed for candidates that are motivated to improve their level of English
and achieve an internationally recognised ESOL qualification accredited by
Education Development International.
The qualification is additionally mapped to the Common European
Framework (CEF) as equivalent to B2, with the possibility of achieving C1.
The achievement
of this qualification will enable candidate's access onto the Academy's full
time courses that include Management, Business English and Health and Social
Care. Additionally, the
qualification offers the opportunity for personal development and enhanced
career prospects.
Course Structure
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Three
Mandatory Units
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Listening
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Reading
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Writing
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One
Optional Unit
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Speaking
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Course Duration
This 12 month full time
course involves 15 hours of learning per week. This will include classroom based learning and trips to
business orientated events.
Suitability & Entry Requirements
This
qualification is designed for candidates wishing to develop their level of
English within the UK and achieve an Internationally recognized
qualification.
Entry Requirements:
- Minimum age of
18+
- English proficiency equivalent to CEFR Level B1 (* IELTS 4 - 4.5)
* Applicants are
advised that only English Certificates on the on-line UK Government qualification list are recognised by the Academy.
Applicants without UK Government recognised English qualifications will
undergo the Academy's initial English proficiency assessments. All applicants subsequently admitted
onto the course are advised that their level of English is re-assessed during
the UK induction/orientation phase with optional Internationally recognised
English certification available.
Assessment
Students are
assessed via at least three tests (speaking being an optional extra) that are
taken under examination conditions and cover the four skill areas of Listening,
Speaking, Reading and Writing.
Career Prospects
This
qualification is most relevant to those students that wish to pursue additional
skills and qualifications that are associated with or require English at level
5 and above. In addition,
especially for International students, the course can be integrated with
Business English, Management and Health & Social care courses.
