International English For Speakers of Other Languages

City & Guilds International English qualifications (IESOL & ISESOL) are recognized by educational institutions and employers worldwide as proof of the candidate’s English language skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking.

International ESOL

A communicative test of language proficiency in reading, writing and listening, focusing on a learner’s ability to complete realistic language tasks across the three language skills.

International Spoken ESOL

A communicative test of spoken language skills allowing candidates to concentrate their attention on this essential aspect of communicative competence, which assesses a learner’s ability to communicate in everyday scenarios.

Comparative Levels Of Different Qualifications

Note: The City & Guilds IESOL & ISESOL is recognized and accepted by educational institutions and employers worldwide to assess the English language proficency of applicants whose first language
is not English. It consists of four components: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Because it includes a fairly rigorous test of all skills, many selectors feel that the City & Guilds IESOL & ISESOL
gives a clearer picture of an applicant’s proficiency.