LCCI English qualifications are aligned with the Council of Europe Common European Framework (CEF). This is the most important international framework of its kind, and therefore gives our English qualifications an authoritative credibility, as they are based on an internationally recognised set of detailed performance criteria for the full range of language skills at each level.

Highlighted here is an example of LCCI's language qualifications equivalence. For more details on our English certificates and diplomas, please refer to the section on Certificate and Diploma Structures.

English Qualifications

Foundation English Language Skills Assessment (FELSA)

Foundation English Language Skills Assessment (FELSA) is a diagnostic tool to test and evaluate English language ability in Listening, Reading and Speaking for candidates with the equivalent level of proficiency to A1-A2 on the CEF.

FELSA tests are available for Listening, Reading and Speaking. Each test is available as a stand alone diagnostic test, or any combination of the three tests can be used for a wider assessment. The tests are available on demand and may be administered in any location where examination conditions can be provided - school, college, other training location or place of work.

Listening Test - http://www.lccieb.com/web/LCCIEB/demos/felsa/l.htm

Reading Test - http://www.lccieb.com/web/LCCIEB/demos/felsa/r.htm

English Language Skills Assessment (ELSA)

ELSA is a suite of proficiency designed to assess your overall English Language skills. The tests cover the 4 language skills - Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The tests measure English language proficiency using work, home, social and travel settings. ELSA tests are available in both British English and American English, and cover all levels of English language ability from very low to very high on a single scale. Most of the ELSA tests are now, also available online.

http://www.goalsci.com/elsaDemoTests/index.html

English for Business (EFB) : Preliminary - Level 4

EFB is one of LCCI's flagship qualifications and is respected internationally by employers and universities. This multi-level qualification is aimed at improving your skills in business communication. It is based on real-life activities found in the everyday working environment. You will learn how to write reports, business letters, articles etc.

English for Commerce (EFC) : Levels 1 - 3

This qualification is designed for those who wish to develop their ability to read, understand and write English within a general commercial/industrial context. Depending on the level, assessment tasks can include writing a composition, summarising a passage and writing a business letter.There is also an optional oral test for those who wish to gain recognition for speaking and listening skills.

Spoken English for Commerce and Industry (SEFIC) : Preliminary - Level 4

The aim of these qualifications is to meet the spoken business language requirements of candidates whose mother tongue is not English. Candidates are assessed by a one-to-one interview conducted by an approved examiner, which includes general conversation, listening comprehension, picture description tasks and role-play.

Written English for the Tourism Industry (WEFT) : Levels 1 - 2

These qualifications are designed for staff working, or intending to work, in the travel and tourism industry who wish to communicate effectively with customers. At both levels candidates are required to complete reading comprehension and writing tasks using material and documentation commonly found in the travel and tourism industry.

Further Certificate for Teachers of Business English (FTBE)

This qualification is appropriate for qualified teachers of general English who wish to gain a supplementary specialist teaching qualification in English for business purposes. Assessed by examination, candidates are tested on their understanding of business practice, teaching methodologies and professional skills.