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All News Articles 1. 10th April 2008 Mutual recognition of Awarding Bodies' Units Recognition of ESOL Skills for Life Units ESOL Skills for Life Qualifications: Mutual recognition of Awarding Bodies' Units There is a requirement for mutual recognition which applies to national awarding bodies offering the ESOL Skills for Life qualification. The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority's requirement is that all awarding bodies offering the ESOL Skills for Life qualifications must recognise prior achievement of the qualification at unit (mode) level where this has been completed with another awarding body. Where a candidate is able to show evidence of having already completed a unit of this qualification, the candidate should not be disadvantaged by a requirement to complete a unit of the same title and level with another awarding body. On completion of a unit of an accredited qualification, a candidate is entitled to request and receive unit certification from the awarding body. Awarding Bodies Mutual Recognition (PDF) 2. 11th March 2008 League Table Support Performance Points for ESB Exams in Schools For your convenience, you can now download a nifty table showing the performance points for all ESB exams taken in schools, to help you with league table calculations. Visit our downloads section for a complete listing of performance points and level contribution info. here. A full table including accreditation codes and dates etc. is also available here. 3. 8th December 2007 Interview Skills Qualifications Accredited ESB is proud to announce brand new qualifications in Interview Skills, fully accredited by QCA. Certificates in Oral Skills For Interviews at level 1, 2 and 3 are designed for all those who wish to improve their confidence and personal performance in the all-important job market. These new qualifications enhance employability and Life Skills as well as speaking, listening and thinking skills, and are already creating a buzz in schools and colleges, as well as for personal development at any stage of life. The syllabus is available on our downloads section here, or contact us for further information. 4. 8th October 2007 National School of Government selects ESB qualification Our new association with the National School of Government There is excitement in the air with a very recent ESB achievement. The National School of Government (better known as the Government's Business School) has decided to use the Certificate in Professional Presentation Skills syllabus and qualification to be incorporated into their 'Effective Presentations' course. So instead of providing their Public Servant delegates with a course attendance certificate they will walk away with a 'real' qualification. This falls in line with Government policy to reward workers with genuine and meaningful qualifications. The full Press Release can be read below (4.10.2007). Additionally, the National School's Weekly News Digest is always a good read, see http://www.nationalschool.gov.uk There will be an update after the 'accredited' course at the end of November. The CPPS is a Professional and under used qualification. Should you want more information either speak to one of the staff at Southport or call me direct (details from the Head Office). Graham Le-Gall Time to get qualified in Presentation Skills Public servants developing their presentation skills with the National School of Government can now go back to work with a professional qualification from ESB. 'Effective Presentations' (Certificate in Professional Presentation Skills) gives participants the skills and knowledge to make memorable presentations, with the fresh option of being assessed for The English Speaking Boards (ESB) Certificate in Professional Presentation Skills. The programme takes a practical approach to skills development, with candidates developing their own presentations on work-based subjects supported by feedback and coaching in key areas. Participants explore aspects of both planning and performance, including body language, how to deal with nerves, and dealing with difficult questions and situations. The programme is designed to be challenging, with participants benefiting from high levels of support and opportunity for practice. At the end of the three-day programme, participants make a formal presentation, with the option of being assessed for the ESB Certificate - a qualification at Level 4, which the National Qualifications Framework describes as "specialist learning, involving detailed analysis of a high level of knowledge…", and "appropriate for people working in technical and professional jobs and/or managing and developing others." Assessment covers 'Presentation' and 'Questions & Discussion' with the use of visual aids and other demonstration materials taken into account. Graham Le-Gall of the English Speaking Board explained: "We promote and assess effective, confident and constructive communication skills for all levels and all ages. The emphasis is very much on spoken English as a practical and enjoyable life skill, with the focus at assessment on the candidate both as a speaker and as an active listener sharing knowledge and ideas with others." National School Programme Director Quentin Oliver added: "Presentation skills are key in the Professional Skills for Government competency framework, and there is much be gained from formal qualification. However, the course is also ideal for those who simply want to brush up their skills without formal assessment." For more information contact admin@esbuk.org and download the syllabus here. 5. 23rd July 2007 ESOL for Work ESOL for Work Accredited, including Reading and Writing ESB`s ESOL for Work qualifications, including Reading, Writing and Speaking and Listening at Entry 3 and Level 1 are now accredited and will be available from September 2007. This flexible and innovative qualification for migrant workers and job-seekers will address work- and industry-related language, and is partially funded by LSC. The tasks for this qualification have been written to enable contextualision, linked to the work environment of student and employer. We will welcome the provision of Employer or Industry-specific Language and vocabulary at the time of booking, to ensure that this is achieved. If you would like more information on this development, please contact esol@esbuk.org ESOL Skills for Life at full funding is still available for most learners 6. 24th May 2007 Mae'n dda i siarad ESB welcomes tutors and students working in the ESOL National Support Project for Wales. ESOL Sgiliau am Fywyd Beth yw Bwrdd yr Iaith Saesneg?
Pam defnyddio ESB sgiliau am fywyd?
Am fwy o wybodaeth, ewch i ein gwefan www.esbuk.org , neu ffoniwch ESB ar 01704 501730 i siarad â Susan Brown neu ebost esol@esbuk.org 7. 18th May 2007 E-Booking Form Available A new electronic booking form for email entries is now available for download from our website. To use, download and open this form on your computer. Complete all the relevant sections. (Use tab or arrow keys to navigate between cells. If using mouse, click on the left side of the chosen cell.) Please note that some fields require you to select from a drop-down list. When finished, save it, attach it to an email and send to admin@esbuk.org Click here to download a copy of the Exam Reservation E-Form or go to our Downloads page.
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