OCNLR Entry Level Certificate in ESOL International (Entry 3) (CEFR B1)
A certification of basic knowledge of the English language at an introductory level. It addresses those who wish to enrich their CV with a certificate in English.
Recognised by Ofqual
OCNLR Entry Level 3 Certificate is comprised by:
| Modules | Parts | Duration | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Listening | 3 Parts (played twice) | 20 min | 30 | 30 |
| 2. Writing | 2 Parts | 70 min | 2 Compositions (100-120 Words) | 30 |
| 3. Reading | 3 Parts | 45 min | 30 | 30 |
| 4. Speaking | 3 Parts | 6 min | 30 |
- Total Marks: 120
- Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes
- One-to-one oral examination
Task 1
Listening task 1 is comprised of 10 independent statements, based on which candidates are asked to answer 10 multiple choice questions.
Task 2
Listening task 2 requires candidates to answer 10 multiple choice questions which are based on a dialogue. These questions may test their ability to listen for gist, specific information, attitudes or opinions.
Task 3
Listening task 3 requires candidates to answer 10 multiple choice questions which are based on a monologue. These questions may test their ability to listen for gist, specific information, attitudes or opinions.
Task 1
Reading task 1 requires candidates to answer 10 multiple choice questions which focus on spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Task 2
Reading task 2 requires candidates to answer 10 multiple choice questions. The text may belong to one of the following genres: report, news item, article. Candidates will be required to display the ability to locate and understand specific information, the purpose of the document, viewpoints/opinions and demonstrate good understanding, especially of sentence and paragraph level detail.
Task 3
Reading task 3 requires candidates to answer 10 multiple choice questions. The text may belong to one of the following genres: formal or informal correspondence (letter, email, report). Candidates will be required to display the ability to locate and understand specific information and textual features that convey emphasis, the purpose of the document, viewpoints/opinions and demonstrate good understanding, especially of sentence and paragraph level detail.
Task 1
Writing task 1 requires candidates to produce a formal text of between 100 and 120 words in one of the following formats: article, blog, essay, report, review or proposal. Candidates may choose one of the four provided options and, depending on the text type, they should be able to demonstrate the ability to advise, apologies, compare, describe, explain, express and opinion, justify, persuade, recommend or suggest.
Task 2
Writing task 2 requires candidates to produce an informal text of between 100 and 120 words. This text may be a letter or an email. This task is obligatory and candidates should be able to demonstrate the ability to express an opinion, justify, compare, recommend, advise, describe or explain.
Task 1
Speaking task 1 requires candidates to answer straightforward questions posed be the examiner. (Duration 2-3 minutes)
Task 2
Speaking task 2 takes the form of a role play between the candidate and the interlocutor based on one of the scenarios that candidates will be provided with up to two (2) weeks before the assessment (duration 2-4 minutes). Candidates are expected to do one or more of the following:
• Providing information (describing/explaining) and opinions
• Advising and asking for advice
• Resolving a problem
• Dealing with a difficult situation
• Making recommendations
Task 3
Speaking task 3 requires candidates to answer some prompts provided by the examiner, based on one of the visual stimulus they will receive two (2) weeks before the assessment (duration 2-4 minutes).
Candidate Profile
Listening (Oral Comprehension) |
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Reading Comprehension |
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Speaking (Oral Production) |
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Written Production |
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General Linguistic Range |
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Syllabus
Part of language | Examples | |
Functions | Conceding a point Critiquing and reviewing constructively Defending a point of view persuasively Developing an argument systematically Emphasizing a point, feeling, issue Expressing attitudes and feelings precisely Expressing certainty, probability, doubt Expressing opinions tentatively, hedging Expressing reaction, e.g. indifference Expressing shades of opinion and certainty Responding to counterarguments Speculating and hypothesising about causes, consequences etc. Synthesising, evaluating and glossing information | |
Grammar | Futures (revision) Inversion with negative adverbials Mixed conditionals in past, present and future Modals in the past Narrative tenses for experience, incl. passive Passive forms, all Phrasal verbs, especially splitting Wish/if only regrets | |
Discourse Markers | Linking devices, logical markers Markers to structure and signpost formal and informal speech and writing | |
Vocabulary | Approximating (vague language) Collocation Colloquial language Differentiated use of vocabulary Eliminating false friends Formal and informal registers Idiomatic expressions | |
Topics | Family and community life Personal Details/experiences Holidays and leisure Education and training Transport and travel Entertainment Food and drink News and politics International issues | Shopping Work and jobs Health and hygiene Weather and environment Local area/neighbourhood Relationships Public services Local and national affairs |