English for Pre-Intermediate Learners Micro-credential
This micro-credential aims to enhance pre-intermediate English skills, emphasizing listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It aligns with the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
The micro-credential equips learners with a deeper understanding of the English language, delving into topics such as family history, health and fitness, emotions, and more. Utilising a published coursebook and other materials, learners will explore various linguistic structures, including the present perfect tense, comparatives, superlatives, and passive voice. They will be guided to effectively engage in conversations on familiar topics, read factual texts and listen to factual recordings, and write simple, connected texts.
The micro-credential is structured into weekly units of learning, each focusing on the four core language competencies: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. This weekly format allows for a balanced and comprehensive approach to language acquisition, ensuring that learners gain a well-rounded skill set. The course is designed to progressively build upon previously learned skills. Starting with foundational tasks like discerning the present perfect tense, the course gradually moves towards activities like discussing family history or health and fitness. This ensures a logical progression that aligns with the Pre-Intermediate B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
On successful completion of this micro-credential, learners/ākonga will be able to:
- Identify main ideas in straightforward factual recordings on familiar social, professional and/or academic topics.
- Express concrete information orally on familiar social, professional and/or academic topics.
- Identify main ideas in straightforward factual texts on familiar social, professional and/or academic topics.
- Write simple connected texts on familiar social, professional and/or academic topics.
Age Requirements:
- Domestic learners: Must be 16 years or older.
- International learners: Must be 14 years or older.
General Requirements:
- All learners must possess a valid visa (if applicable) and have suitable travel and medical insurance.
- Every learner will undergo an English proficiency test, or have been assessed as being able to succeed at this level, to confirm they are placed at the appropriate level for their learning needs.
Course Information
- Fee: $350/week
- Registration fee: $200/learner
- Type: Micro-credential
- Total Duration: 14 weeks
- Teaching Weeks: 12 weeks
- Level: 2 (CEFR B1)
- Delivery: Face-to-face only