LRN ESOL International – B1 (Entry 3)
An intermediate four‑skills English qualification aligned to CEFR level B1 for everyday communication, study and work.
About the Qualification
The Learning Resource Network Certificate in ESOL International (Entry 3) (CEF B1) assesses Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking at B1. It evidences independent use of English in familiar situations with connected speech and routine exchanges.
- CEFR Level: B1 — independent user (intermediate)
- Skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking
- Delivery: Preparation online/blended; exam sessions via approved centres
Who is it for?
- Learners able to understand main points of clear standard input on familiar matters.
- Applicants needing evidence of B1 English for study, employment or migration routes that accept CEFR‑mapped ESOL.
- Students planning progression to B2 (Upper‑intermediate).
Structure & Assessment
| Skill | Format & Coverage |
|---|---|
| Listening | Conversations, announcements, short talks; gist/detail, note‑taking items. |
| Reading | Articles, emails, instructions; matching, MCQ, cloze tasks. |
| Writing | Emails/reports (approx. B1 length), controlled grammar range, coherence. |
| Speaking | Interview, collaborative task and longer turn with prompts/pictures. |
Exact timings and task numbers follow the awarding‑body specification.
Results, Certification & Resits
- Results reported per skill with an overall B1 outcome.
- Certificates issued by the awarding body.
- Resit opportunities per published session schedules.
Progression Opportunities
- Progress to LRN ESOL International – B2.
- Enter vocational or academic pathways that accept B1 as evidence of competence.
- Build towards RQF/EQF‑mapped programmes with English support where needed.
Register or become a centre
We support learners with placement, preparation and booking — and institutions with centre approval, QA and delivery.