NOCN Entry Level Certificate in ESOL International (Entry 1) (A1)

Learning Objectives

IESOL Entry 1 Reading

• Understand basic written texts in English, including familiar materials such as signs, instructions, and simple advertisements.
• Identify key information such as dates, names, and basic details from short, straightforward written texts.
• Comprehend simple vocabulary and common phrases used in everyday situations (e.g., shopping lists, forms, or public notices).
• Follow simple written instructions and make sense of basic written content in everyday contexts, such as reading labels or understanding directions.

IESOL Entry 1 Speaking

• Engage in simple conversations in English on familiar topics such as introductions, daily routines, and personal interests.
• Respond appropriately to questions and requests for basic information, using simple vocabulary and short phrases.
• Ask and answer basic questions about personal details, such as name, age, and occupation, in everyday social contexts.
• Use clear and simple sentences to express ideas and communicate needs in a basic, understandable manner.

IESOL Entry 1 Listening

• Understand simple spoken English in familiar, everyday situations, such as greetings, introductions, and common questions.
• Identify key information from short spoken messages, including names, places, and basic details.
• Follow simple instructions and requests in spoken English, such as directions or simple commands in a social or work-related context.
• Demonstrate understanding by answering basic questions related to a spoken message or conversation.

IESOL Entry 1 Writing

• Write simple sentences in English, including personal information, basic descriptions, and simple requests.
• Complete basic forms with relevant details such as name, address, and personal preferences.
• Use basic punctuation (e.g., full stops, capital letters) and correct word order to ensure clarity in writing.
• Write short, clear messages such as postcards, emails, or short notes, conveying basic information in a simple and understandable way.