IELTS Life Skills Coaching in Chandigarh
IELTS Life Skills Coaching in Chandigarh – IELTS learning is the best institute for IELTS Life Skills in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula. IELTS Life Skills is a test of Speaking and Listening, available at CEFR Level A1 and CEFR Level B1. It is designed to meet the requirements of UK Visas and Immigration for certain visa categories and other immigration purposes.
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What is IELTS Life Skills?
The IELTS Life Skills is a new UK Government-approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) version of the IELTS test. It is used to support UK Visa and Immigration applications and is designed for international English speakers who need to meet specific immigration requirements.
Candidates are required to demonstrate speaking and listening skills only. Your speaking and listening abilities will be assessed at levels A1 or B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
IELTS Life Skills Exam levels
The IELTS Life Skills test is available at two levels:
IELTS Life Skills A1 (16-18 minutes) – You should take this test if your English speaking and listening skills need to be evaluated because you are applying for a family, spouse or partner visa from UK Visas and Immigration.
- The A1 level is within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the equivalent to ESOL Entry 1 on the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
- The test involves Speaking and Listening
IELTS Life Skills B1 (22 minutes) – Tests your English speaking and listening skills. You should take this test if you are a UK Visa applicant for citizenship/residence. Level B1 of CEFR corresponds to an IELTS band score of 4.0
- The B1 level is within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and is the equivalent to ESOL Entry 3 on the National Qualification Framework (NQF).
- The test involves Speaking and Listening
IELTS Life Skills Exam Pattern
Overview
IELTS Life Skills is available at two levels:
- IELTS Life Skills – A1 Speaking and Listening
- IELTS Life Skills – B1 Speaking and Listening
Face-to-face Speaking and Listening test
You will take the test with an examiner, and with one other test taker.
The tasks in IELTS Life Skills are designed to reflect the everyday experience of communicating in an English-speaking country. You will be expected to take part in short discussions on everyday subjects including:
- personal details/experiences
- family and friends
- buying goods
- work
- health
- leisure
- education/training
- transport
- housing
- weather
The focus of IELTS Life Skills
At each level, the test is designed to assess whether you can listen and respond, make your meaning clear, and talk with other people.
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How long is the IELTS Life Skills Exam?
For IELTS Life Skills you only need to attend one short session to complete the test. The times allowed for each level are:
- IELTS Life Skills – A1 Speaking and Listening 16–18 minutes
- IELTS Life Skills – B1 Speaking and Listening 22 minutes.
Results for IELTS Life Skills tests
Test results are normally available within seven (7) days of your test.
You will get one of two results:
- Pass
- Fail
A fail result means that you have not been successful and your test cannot be used for your visa application.
IELTS Life Skills FAQs
What is the format of the IELTS Life Skills test?
You take the test with another test taker and one examiner. Your own performance on both speaking and listening will be assessed during this one session.
Why does IELTS Life Skills only cover speaking and listening?
The new test has been designed to meet specific immigration requirements for which applicants only need to demonstrate speaking and listening skills.
How long does the IELTS Life Skills test take?
IELTS Life Skills at CEFR Level A1 takes 16–18 minutes and Level B1 is 22 minutes.
Is there any break between speaking and listening?
No, you will be assessed on your speaking and listening skills at the same time.
How is IELTS Life Skills assessed?
A certificated IELTS examiner will assess your performance throughout the Speaking and Listening test based on the following criteria:
- obtaining information
- conveying information
- speaking to communicate
- engaging in discussion.
The performance of the other test taker paired with you in the IELTS Life Skills test does not affect the assessment of your own performance.
How can I prepare for the IELTS Life Skills test?
Prepare for the test with free test samples.
How many copies of the IELTS Life Skills Test Report Form will I get?
You will receive one copy of the IELTS Life Skills Test Report Form.
How soon will I get my IELTS Life Skills results?
Test results are normally available within seven days of your test.
How often is an IELTS or IELTS Life Skills test available?
For IELTS and IELTS Life Skills, test dates will be available within 28 days at permanent locations and quarterly at pop-up locations.
How often can I retake IELTS or IELTS Life Skills?
For IELTS tests, there are no restrictions on retaking the test. For IELTS Life Skills, if you pass the test, you cannot retake it at the same level for a period of two years. If you do not pass it, there are no restrictions on retaking the test.
At each level, the format of the test is designed to determine whether you can listen and respond to basic conversations in English, make your meaning clear and converse with other people. The tasks in the IELTS Life Skills test are designed to reflect the everyday experience of communicating in an English-speaking country. You will take the test face-to-face with an examiner, and with one other candidate. After the test, you will be awarded a pass/fail result rather than a band score.
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