ESOL International
Certificate in ESOL International (CEF B2) is designed for all “non-native English” speakers that are required to improve their English language skills at CEFR Levels B1, B2, C1 and C2.
Candidates taking Certificate in ESOL International (CEFR B1, B2, C1 and C2) will need to demonstrate that they can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
Candidate responses will be at a level of language that would be expected on the Common European Framework of References for Language (CEFR) at B1, B2, C1 and C2.
Why ESOL International?
Candidates interested in taking the Certificate in ESOL International (CEFR B1, B2, C1 and C2)
may include those:
• need a starting point in order to work in an English speaking environment,
• work or seeking work in a English speaking environment,
• living and working in a country where the native and official language is English.
Candidates who take certificate in ESOL International (CEFR B1, B2, C1 and C2) are
made up of a range of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for candidates upon taking this qualification, including prior knowledge, levels of understanding and areas of familiarity. It is also not necessary for candidates to have achieved a qualification in English prior to registering.
Progression
Certificate in ESOL International (CEFR B1, B2, C1 and C2) has been designed to reflect the wide
variation on candidates’ origins, levels of education and career aims. Progression opportunities
may, therefore, take a variety of paths. Depending on the level of qualification achieved, it
may be appropriate for the candidate to progress to:
• A higher level of any ESOL International qualification
• A key skills or functional skills qualification
• Vocational qualifications
• Access to Higher Education
Language of Assessment
Our aim to use English that is plain, clear, free from bias and appropriate to all candidates. Brooks Resource Academy will ensure the assessment materials, stimuli and the assessment itself are carried out in English.
Qualification Overview
ESOL International CEFR B1, B2, C1 and C2 candidates are assessed in all four components of:
• Reading
• Listening
• Writing
• Speaking
The total time for this qualification are 256 hours
Administration & Assessment Delivery
The duration of ESOL International (CEFR B1, B2, C1 and C2) is 2 hours and 46 minutes with the main test sitting (reading, listening and writing) lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes in on continuous assessment session on the same day. Speaking tests are scheduled between one and three days before or after the main test sitting.
Key Features
Course Length: 6 – 9 Months
Sessions:
February 2025, May 2025, August 2025, November 2025.
Fees
Registration Fee: £300.00 (Non Refundable)
November 2024 Tuition Fee: £4500.00 (complete course)
February 2025 Tuition Fee: £4500.00 (complete course)
Qualification Specification
WHAT THE DIFFERENT LEVELS MEAN
B1 AND B2
| Aspect | B1 English Course | B2 English Course |
|---|---|---|
| Grammar | Basic grammar structures and verb tenses | More complex grammar, including conditionals, modals, and phrasal verbs |
| Vocabulary | Everyday vocabulary and common expressions | Expanded vocabulary, including idiomatic expressions and specialized terminology |
| Reading | Comprehension Understands simple texts on familiar topics | Can comprehend longer texts with some complex language and abstract ideas |
| Writing Skills | Writes short texts like emails, letters, and essays | Writes more complex texts with cohesive structure, expressing opinions and arguments |
| Listening Skills | Understands clear speech on familiar topics | Can understand a wider range of accents and spoken language with more complex ideas |
| Speaking Skills | Able to handle common situations like shopping or asking for directions | Can engage in discussions, express opinions, and participate in debates |
| Accuracy vs. Fluency | Focuses more on accuracy in communication | Emphasizes both accuracy and fluency in communication |
| Common CEFR Activities | Role-plays, pair work, and simple presentations | Debates, group discussions, and extended writing tasks |
C1 AND C2
| Aspect | C1 English Course | C2 English Course |
|---|---|---|
| Grammar | Advanced grammar structures and nuances | Mastery of grammar, including subtle nuances and advanced constructions |
| Vocabulary | Wide-ranging vocabular y, including idiomatic ex pressions and technical term inology | Extensive vocabulary, with a deep understanding of idiom atic language and nuanced vocabulary |
| Reading | Comprehension Can co mprehend complex texts on a wide range of topics, including abstract ideas | Reads and analyses cha llenging texts, including academic and literary works |
| Writing Skills | Writes clear, coherent, and detailed texts on various subjects | Produces sophisticated and well structured texts, demonstrating precise language use and rhetorical devices |
| Listening Skills | Understands a wide range of spoken language, including different accents and speeds | Can comprehend spoken language in various contexts, including lectures, interviews, and debates |
| Speaking Skills | Expresses ideas fluently and spontaneously, engaging in discussions and debates | Speaks confidently and articulately, demonstrating a high level of fluency, accuracy, and rhetorical skills |
| Accuracy vs. Fluency | Balances accuracy with fluency in communication | Demonstrates both accuracy and fluency in communication at an advanced level |
| Common CEFR Activities | Engages in debates, presentations, and extended discussions | Participates in advanced-level debates, delivers speeches, and engages in complex communication tasks |