CEFR English Course
For adults who wish to learn English to career up or work abroad and for students aspiring to learn international English
Features of CEFR English Course
The CEFR English course is recommended for efficiently acquiring the four skills of English. Nisai Virtual Academy's highly experienced instructors offer program for adults who want to learn English for thier careers or find jobs overseas. In addition, the course is for elementary through university students who want to learn world-class English skills.
The CEFR English course provided by Nisai is based on the NOCN curriculum. This course places emphasis on the development of listening, reading, writing, and speaking English skills. Learning is based on real-life situations related to public, personal, educational, and professional topics.
Each course is designed for learners to build the necessary English proficiency.
The ESOL International course by NOCN offers the equivalent of CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) level, an alternative to IELTS, which at Nisai can be learnt from A1 to C2 level.
In many Asian countries (India, Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia), the CEFR English proficiency is considered important not only for new graduates when seeking employment, but also while working, regardless of experience or occupation. In addition, when applying for jobs at overseas companies, simply stating the CEFR level is sufficient as a measure of English proficiency. This is highly recommended as a useful asset in recruitment and job change.
You can develop practical English skills tailored to everyday life through Nisai's CEFR English course, and aim for further career advancement by gaining additional experience abroad.
CEFR English Course Program and Learning Content Overview
Based on the results of the assessment check test, students will be divided into beginner, intermediate, and advanced class. The assessment check test determines your current English level.
Example of Beginner level content material
Example: CEFR A1 Level
| Week Number | Unit | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Assessment | 1. Initial Assessment |
| 2 | 2. Speaking and Listening | 1. My Life |
| 3 | ||
| 4 | 2. My Likes and Dislikes | |
| 5 | ||
| 6 | 3. At Home and School | |
| 7 | ||
| 8 | 3. Reading | 1. Sentences |
| 9 | ||
| 10 | 2. Audience | |
| 11 | ||
| 12 | 3. Comprehension | |
| 13 | ||
| 14 | 4. Purpose | |
| 15 | ||
| 16 | 4. Grammar | 1. Nouns |
| 17 | ||
| 18 | 2. Verbs | |
| 19 | ||
| 20 | 3. Adjectives | |
| 21 | ||
| 22 | 4. Adverbs | |
| 23 | ||
| 24 | 5. Tenses | |
| 25 | ||
| 26 | 6. Punctuation | |
| 27 | ||
| 28 | 5. Writing | 1. Forms |
| 29 | ||
| 30 | ||
| 31 | 2. Description | |
| 32 | ||
| 33 | ||
| 34 | ||
| 35 | 1. Assessment | 2. Final Assessment |
Intermediate and Advanced level programs are also designed to foster each level.
- Beginner - CEFR A1, A2 level
- Intermediate - CEFR B1, B2 level
- Advanced - CEFR C1, C2 level
Academic Skills and Abilities Acquired in the CEFR English Course
Achievement Level Criteria for Each Course
※TOIEC L&R / TOIEC S&W will be judged based on the combined score of TOIEC S&W multiplied by 2.5.
Beginner Program
CEFR A1 to A2 Course
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A1 Ideal for relearning English |
A2 Less than IELTS 4.0 |
As indicated above, we improve students up to Eiken Grade Pre-2 level in A1 and Eiken Grade 2 level in A2.
We effectively focus on improving Writing and Speaking skills.
Intermediate Level Program
CEFR B1 to B2 Course
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B1 Less than IELTS 5.0 |
B2 Less than IELTS 6.5 |
As indicated above, we improve students up to Eiken Grade Pre-1 in B1 and Eiken Grade 1 in B2.
We effectively focus on improving Writing and Speaking skills.
High Level Program
CEFR C1 to C2 Course
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C1 Less than IELTS 8.0 |
C2 IELTS 8.5 |
We effectively focus on improving Writing and Speaking skills.
Expanding Possibilities for Business Use, Career Advancement, Overseas Employment, etc.
An English qualification naturally results in advantages in jobs where English is required, and will also enhance your image as someone who is good as their job. Nowadays, the demand for English-speaking business personals is increasing as international corporate businesses become active.
According to a 2013 survey conducted by the TOEIC host organization, 85% of the listed companies surveyed responded they use English in business.
Of course, this includes jobs where English is only used a few times a year, but it may be that the frequency of English usage in the corporate world is increasing annually.
Becuase of this, many companies hope to hire people who can speak English, even if they do not use it on a daily basis. Hence, English-related qualifications are likely to catch the attention fo employers.
Here we introduce qualifications that demonstrate English proficiency that can be used for general career change and employment. You can improve your English ability to obtain such qualifications while attending Nisai's CEFR English course.
I want qualifications that value my English skills
- TOEIC
I want to be accepted to an overseas division in a domestic company
- TOEIC
I want to apply to multinational companies
- TOEIC
- Linguaskill Business (formerly BULATS)
I want to be accepted by foreign companies and international organizations
- United Nations Language Proficiency Examination
- Linguaskill Business (formerly BULATS)
I am considering studying abroad or immigration abroad
- TOFF
- IELTS
I want to know my current English level
- CASEC (Computerized Assessment System for English Communication)
Reference： List of English Qualification Exams for Employment
CEFR English Course Schedule
- Four 30-minute live lessons per week (35-week program for approximately 9 months)
CEFR English timetable
| JST | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:30-14:00 | A1（with Japanese support） | A1（with Japanese support） | A1（with Japanese support） | A1（with Japanese support） | |
| 17:40-18:10 | A1（All English） | A1（All English） | A1（All English） | A1（All English） | |
| 18:20-18:50 | A1（with Japanese support） | A1（with Japanese support） A2 |
A2 | A1（with Japanese support） A2 |
A1（with Japanese support） A2 |
| 19:00-19:30 | A1（All English） A2 |
A1（All English） A2 |
A1（All English） A2 |
A1（All English） A2 |
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| 19:50-20:50 | B1 | B1 | B1 | B1 | |
| 21:10-21:40 | A2 | A2 | A2 | A2 |
Tuition and Fees
- CEFR English Course
Monthly fee：18,150yen（tax-included） ※CEFR A1 course is 20,350 yen per month (tax included)
※Two 60-minute live lessons per week also available
In addition, an entrance fee of 33,000 yen (tax included) will be charged at the time of enrollment. (First time only)
About Units of Sound 
At Nisai, we recommend training with the E-learning system "Units of Sound" alongside each course.
Unlimited annual usage: ¥19,800 (tax included) + personal training fee
Detailed explanation here
Units of Sound is an independent study program that allows learners to study at their own time.An online tool to support English language acquisition.Students can learn English by utilizing multiple senses such as listening, writing, and reading, and the program is automatically customized according to each student's English level.It is an independent study program, so learners can work on their listening and vocabulary skills at any given time, focusing on live lessons.
There is a quiz at the beginning of the program, and upon completion of the quiz, learners are automatically placed in the appropriate level for their English ability and training is provided.This helps learners build confidence in English.
With an emphasis on reading, dictation, memory, and spelling, Units of Sound has been used to support both children and adults in their English learning journey.Learners will have access to Units of Sound for 12 months, and it will be even more effective if they use it as a preparation tool before taking the main course, as well as for independent study after the live lessons begin.Learners are encouraged to study Units of Sound's self-study e-learning program at least three times each week for 25 minutes each.
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The courses provided by Nisai are accredited by OCR and Cambridge with stands for Oxford, Cambridge, and the Royal Society of Arts. It is accredited by the most prestigious institutions in the United Kingdom. Nisai was the first in the world to be accredited to offer Cambridge International education completely online, and has a long history of providing high quality education to all.
All courses are taught by experienced native English speaking teachers. Even if you are not confident in your English currently, your teachers will work with you efficiently to develop your overall English language skills.
The more students learn in their studies at Nisai, the sooner they will develop the ability to use English in a global context. Children who enroll at Nisai are placed in the appropriate class for their learning ability, and with students from other countries, they will adopt global awareness and abilities, and become global human resources.
Our CEFR English course is offered in cooperation with NOCN's ESOL International. This course focuses on improving English language skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking. The learning content is based on real-life situations related to public, personal, educational, and professional topics. Each course is designed to help learners build toward the English proficiency they seek. We hope that our English courses will help you to acquire the English qualifications you are pursuing and utilize it in your employment and career development.
CEFR The CEFR English course lessons feature the following points
- Questions are used as formative assessments
- Appropriate lessons are given based on the assessment of the learner's current abilities
- Online classroom provides an opportunity for two-way conversations
- Students can respond by speaking or typing their answers in the chat
- Answers are shared among the group
- Opportunities for group work are provided
- Breakout rooms are utilized to facilitate small group work
- Allow students to form their own ideas
- Provide opportunities to present ideas to the larger group
- Exercises are used in lessons to support learning and apply material learned
- Exercises are productive and entertaining
- Students can use tools within online classrooms to emphasize the wording of their responses
- Permissions provide a controlled environment for learning
- We ensure everyone can participate in the activities
FAQ
- What is CEFR?
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CEFR stands for "Common European Framework of Reference for Languages." It's like a "yardstick" devised to evaluate language proficiency. As the name suggests, this yardstick was developed in Europe.
- What are the benefits of taking the CEFR English course?
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By enrolling in Nisai's CEFR English course, you can obtain qualifications provided by NOCN, the international accreditation body in Europe. Enhanced English skills can serve as a strong asset not only for studying abroad or employment but also for domestic university entrance exams.
- Are there age requirements for taking the CEFR English course?
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There are no age requirements for enrolling in Nisai's CEFR English course. However, individuals must be at least 14 years old to take the NOCN exam (additional fees apply).
- Are there English proficiency requirements for taking CEFR courses?
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The English proficiency required to take each course depends on the English proficiency level of the preceding course. For example: A1 requires some ability to read, listen, and speak. A2 is equivalent to about Eiken Grade 3. B1 is equivalent to Semi-2nd Grade.
For more details, please refer to the page What is CEFR and what qualifications can be obtained?
- Are there requirements for taking the NOCN exam after completing the CEFR English course?
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NOCN exams can be taken online. To take the exam, you must complete the full 9-month course of the CEFR English course. It may also be possible to offer the course in a shorter duration, but in that case, the NOCN exam cannot be taken.