ESOL — English for Speakers of Other Languages
– Entry Level 1: Beginner
– Entry Level 2: Elementary
– Entry Level 3: Pre-Intermediate
– Level 1: Intermediate
– Level 2 : Upper-Intermediate
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Single Level: £199
Entry Level 1
(Beginner)
Entry Level 2
(Elementary)
Entry Level 3
(Pre-Intermediate)
Level 1
(Intermediate)
Level 2
(Upper-Intermediate)
Qualification Objective
These qualifications aim to help learners develop communicative skills for integration into UK society, including functional tasks like corresponding with institutions, work-related activities, and academic preparation for further education. They emphasize enjoyment, progress, and relevance, with flexible exams that allow candidates to showcase strengths.
Qualification Structure
The suite includes awards and certificates regulated by Ofqual on the RQF. Learners can achieve standalone awards or combine them for a certificate. Prior learning from specified organizations is recognized for credit transfer.
Levels Overview
Entry 1: Focuses on basic communication in familiar situations, such as simple narratives and discussions about daily life. Speaking and Listening exam: 5-min one-to-one and 4-min group.
Entry 2: Builds on straightforward verbal exchanges, including past events and role plays. Exam: 8-min one-to-one and 5-min group.
Entry 3: Involves detailed information and planning actions in discussions. Exam: 8-min one-to-one and 6-min group.
Level 1: Covers varying length explanations and project planning. Exam: 10-min one-to-one and 7-min group.
Level 2: Emphasizes extended narratives, formal presentations, and debates on global issues. Exam: 14-min one-to-one and 8-min group.
The structure comprises individual awards in Speaking and Listening, Reading, and Writing at each level, with an overarching certificate requiring all three. GLH and TQT are standardized: Speaking and Listening (120 GLH/130 TQT), Reading (60 GLH/70 TQT), Writing (90 GLH/100 TQT), and Certificate (270 GLH/300 TQT). Assessments are externally conducted, with Speaking and Listening involving one-to-one and group components, while Reading and Writing are paper-based exams.
Detailed Level Breakdown
Entry 1:
- Candidate Profile: Learners handle simple narratives, statements, questions, and instructions; communicate basic information on familiar topics; engage in basic discussions.
- Speaking and Listening: Learning outcomes include obtaining information, speaking clearly, conveying details, and engaging in discussion. Format: 5-min one-to-one (photo-based tasks on daily life) and 4-min group discussion on familiar topics like free time. Procedure: External examiner; pass mark 24/36.
- Reading: Focuses on short texts, signs, and symbols. 45-min exam with 3 tasks (24 items); pass 16/24.
- Writing: Simple sentences and forms. 30-min exam with 3 tasks; pass 24/36.
Entry 2:
- Candidate Profile: Learners respond to straightforward narratives and instructions; communicate feelings on familiar topics; discuss to reach understanding.
- Speaking and Listening: Outcomes include obtaining information, using straightforward language, providing accounts, and making contributions. Format: 8-min one-to-one (past event, future plans, role play) and 5-min group. Procedure: Pass 29/44.
- Reading: Short texts and documents. 60-min exam with 3 tasks (24 items); pass 16/24.
- Writing: Adapted notes and emails. 50-min exam with 3 tasks; pass 35/52.
Entry 3:
- Candidate Profile: Learners follow straightforward explanations; communicate with formality; discuss to reach shared understanding.
- Speaking and Listening: Outcomes include obtaining detail, using formal language, structuring information, and planning actions. Format: 8-min one-to-one (past experience, choice advice, problem-solving role play) and 6-min group planning. Procedure: Pass 29/44.
- Reading: Short texts from everyday sources. 60-min exam with 3 tasks (27 items); pass 18/27.
- Writing: Adapted documents with audience awareness. 70-min exam with 3 tasks; pass 37/56.
Level 1:
- Candidate Profile: Learners adapt to varying explanations; communicate ideas with listener consideration; discuss in familiar/unfamiliar situations.
- Speaking and Listening: Outcomes include obtaining detail, clear pronunciation, presenting structured information, and planning actions. Format: 10-min one-to-one (procedure description, past event questions, project planning role play) and 7-min group. Procedure: Pass 35/52.
- Reading: Texts of varying lengths. 60-min exam with 3 tasks (30 items); pass 20/30.
- Writing: Clear documents for purpose/audience. 110-min exam with 3 tasks; pass 48/72.
Level 2:
- Candidate Profile: Learners handle extended information; adapt speech for situation; engage in diverse discussions producing outcomes.
- Speaking and Listening: Outcomes include obtaining detail from extended communication, logical presentation, and constructive responses. Format: 14-min one-to-one (formal presentation, debate, complaints role play) and 8-min group on national/global issues. Procedure: Pass 37/56.
- Reading: Complex texts from various sources. 60-min exam with 3 tasks (30 items); pass 20/30.
- Writing: Effective documents with style. 110-min exam with 3 tasks; pass 50/76.
ESOL Skills for Life Qualifications
All our ESOL qualifications follow the same structure across different levels (Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1, and Level 2). The Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and Total Qualification Time (TQT) for each skill area are consistent at every level.
Qualification Title and Time Commitment:
- ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): GLH 120 and TQT 130
- ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): GLH 60 and TQT 70
- ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): GLH 90 and TQT 100
- ESOL Skills for Life (Full Certificate): GLH 270 and TQT 300
ESOL — English for Speakers of Other Languages
https://www.trinitycollege.com/qualifications/english-language/ESOL-skills-for-life
Specifications
https://www.trinitycollege.com/resource?id=9267
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