Listening
Recognise names, numbers and common phrases when speech is slow and clear.
English Exams / CEFR A1
SCQF-aligned ESOL A1
First everyday exchanges. Explore the four language skills and ask about preparation, exam sessions and results.
CEFR A1 ยท Basic user
What you can practise
Reading
Pick out familiar words and essential details on signs, forms and very short messages.
Speaking
Introduce yourself and answer simple questions when the other person helps.
Writing
Enter personal details on a form and write a short greeting.
Try this. Introduce yourself and ask for the price of an item.
These examples describe language ability at this level. Check the current exam specification for exact tasks and timings.
Published study hours
304 hours in total, including 250 guided learning hours, 52 self-study hours and 2 assessment hours.
A1 describes English proficiency on the CEFR scale. Ask for the exact award title and its SCQF register entry if you need proof of a credit-rated qualification.
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Published exam information
SCQF ESOL A1 Certificate
Entry-level English language qualification aligned to SCQF and mapped to CEFR A1.
Qualification Overview
The SCQF ESOL A1 Certificate is an entry-level English qualification aligned to SCQF and CEFR A1.
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
Who Is It For?
- Beginner learners
- Basic communication skills
- International learners
What Learners Can Do
- Use basic expressions
- Introduce themselves
- Interact simply
Learning Time
| Component | Hours |
|---|---|
| GLH | 250 |
| Self Study | 52 |
| Total | 304 |