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Description
Introduction
Why do you need B1 English certificate?
An English language requirement (B1) will apply to ALL applications for private hire drivers licences received by TfL on, or after, 14 October 2016. This includes applications for both renewal and new licences.
From 14 October 2016
A transitional process will apply to all licence applications received by TfL on or after 14 October 2016: the licence holder must satisfy TfL that they have met the English language requirement by no later than 31 March 2017. Any licence holder that fails to do this may face licensing action
From 1 April 2017
On or after 1 April 2017, all applicants must provide evidence that they meet the English language requirement as part of their application before a licence will be issued.
Trinity College London has been confirmed as one of approved interim English language test providers. Trinity’s ISE I qualification (B1) will be accepted by TfL. It provides a B1 level of proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing English
- Applicants may satisfy TfL of their ability to meet the requirement by providing:
A certificate from one of TfL’s secure English language test providers confirming that the applicant’s level of proficiency in the English language is at level B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: (“CEFR”) or above;
Or
- Documentary evidence of a qualification (whether or not the qualification was obtained in the United Kingdom) on the basis of which TfL is satisfied that the applicant’s level of proficiency in the English language is equivalent to level B1 on the CEFR or above.
Learning support resources for private hire drivers
What is in the exam?
ISE I (BI) consists of two exam modules:
- Reading & Writing
- Speaking & Listening
| Candidates must pass both modules for an ISE I (B1) qualification. | |
| Reading & Writing | 2 Hours:
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| Speaking & Listening | 18 Minutes:
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Why The Skill Academy?
Why Choose Us?
- Free initial assessment 1 to 1 to identify candidate’s current level
- Qualified and experienced teachers
- High Pass Rate
- Help to book final exam with Trinity College London
- Small group
- Flexible timing
- Pay course fees once, (if your result in not expected we will give next course free of charge)
- Free Parking (Evening)
Fees
| Pay course fees once, (if your result in not expected we will give next course free of charge) | |
| 4 Weeks Course – 2 days per week | 8 Weeks Course – 1 day per week |
| £250 | £250 |