The table below shows the variety of qualifications
available for modern languages.
There are different levels of qualifications defined
by the National Framework developed by
the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA). This
framework has been used as a basis to produce National
Language Standards. The individual qualifications at
each level are administered by various examination and
qualification boards.
The National Language Standards also equate to the
European Framework developed by the Council of Europe.
Some qualifications, such as LCCI and OCR are more
work-oriented while others, such as
GCSE and Open College, are more leisure-oriented.
You can find links to the websites of the QCA, the
Council of Europe and the individual boards in Language
Organisations .
You can also find advice on how to prepare for language
examinations and assessments in
Tips for Exam Preparation .
National
Language
Standards
level
1
(Entry Level)
Council
of Europe
A2
Waystage level |
National
Language
Standards
level
2
(Foundation Level)
Council of Europe
B1
Threshold level |
National
Language
Standards
level 3
(Intermediate Level)
Council
of Europe
B2
Vantage level |
| |
GCSE |
A level |
| |
LCCI: FLIC
(Foreign Languages in Commerce) |
|
| NVQ Level 1 |
NVQ Level 2 |
NVQ Level 3 |
OCR (RSA) Certificate
in Business Language
Competence: Entry level |
OCR (RSA) CBLC:
Threshold |
OCR (RSA) CBLC: Operational |
| |
Open College: OCN |
|
| Elementary GNVQ |
Intermediate GNVQ |
Advanced GNVQ |
