Exam preparation
Exam Preparation Courses for examinations required for admission to higher education in Greece or abroad, for overseas employment opportunities or for migration purposes.
Experienced teachers trained in the methodology of these specific examinations, as well as in the assessment process, prepare students for a successful exam result.
Throughout the programme, there is on-going practice to get used to working under examination conditions. You will also focus on developing the appropriate and necessary techniques for each exam paper and receive continuous coaching and progress advice on improving your skills from our experienced teaching staff.
At Rethink Education you can choose one of the following courses:
Take the future into your own hands! IELTS certificate in 3 months.
Why IELTS;
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is the certificate recognised worldwide both in the private and public sector, at academic and professional level. The certification of the level of English provided by IELTS is an indisputable asset for any prospective student or professional.
IELTS is designed to assess the language skills of candidates wishing to study or work in an English-speaking environment. IELTS is an internationally recognised certificate of English language skills, being recognised by thousands of universities, organisations, companies, and migration authorities around the world.
Find more information about where IELTS is recognised and the required score on the official IELTS website
IELTS Preparation
The exam preparation ranges between a few weeks and a few months, depending on the score required.
IELTS Content
IELTS assesses all 4 basic skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. There are two different types of IELTS test: Academic and General Training. Speaking and Listening are the same in both exam types, but Reading and Writing are different.
Component | Content | Duration |
Listening | 40 questions | Approximately 30 minutes (plus 10 minutes to transfer the answers to the answer sheet) |
Reading | 40 questions | 1 hour |
Writing | 2 tasks | 1 hour |
Speaking | 3 parts | 11 – 14 minutes |
IELTS BANDS
The bands range from 0 – 9 and the band required is determined by the respective University, Institution, Professional Body or the Immigration Authorities of the destination country (in case of immigration).
Exam Types
You can take IELTS in one of the following ways:
Academic Module or General Training Module?
Academic Module
Choose this type of examination if you wish to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level or if you are seeking professional registration with an association, professional body e.g. doctors and nurses or chamber of commerce and for immigration purposes in some countries. See here what’s included in the Academic Module
General Training Module
Choose this type of test if you wish to emigrate to an English-speaking country, (e.g. Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom) or if you wish to train or study (including schools or colleges) below degree level.
Rethink IELTS Exam Prep Course (Academic Module)
Our IELTS Exam Prep Course is designed for students seeking a high-level certification of their language skills for academic or professional purposes. The programme covers all the skills required during the exam and the course lasts from a few weeks up to 3 months, depending on the student’s level at the time of enrolment*. Courses are either in groups or one-to-one, with face-to-face or fully online attendance, depending on course availability.
*A placement test is mandatory prior to enrolling in an IELTS Exam Prep Course
Courses are conducted entirely in English by trained teachers with extensive experience in preparing students for the IELTS exam.
During the course, all the techniques required for students to successfully pass the exam and obtain their desired Band Score will be covered.
All skills are covered to the fullest extent, and special emphasis is placed on the written part of the exam, which is one of the most important areas a student needs to develop in an academic setting.
Whether you need IELTS for undergraduate or postgraduate studies, we can ensure that the success of our students and their academic excellence in their studies in our top priority.
Why TOEFL;
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an English language certificate accepted by most universities and colleges in the world as proof of a student’s proficiency in using English.
TOEFL iBT Preparation
The exam preparation ranges between a few weeks and a few months, depending on the score required.
TOEFL iBT Content
The TOEFL assesses all 4 basic skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
|
Component |
Content |
Duration |
|
Reading |
30 – 40 questions |
54 – 72 minutes |
|
Listening |
28 – 39 questions |
41 – 57 minutes |
|
Break |
– |
10 minutes |
|
Speaking |
4 parts |
17 minutes |
|
Writing |
2 tasks |
50 minutes |
TOEFL iBT SCORES
The score scale ranges from 0 – 9 and the score required is determined by the respective University, Institution or Organisation.
Test Types
· The test is entirely internet-based (TOEFL iBT) for both the written and oral parts of the test. Find out more about what the TOEFL iBT test entails on the official ETS website.
TOEFL Exam Prep Course
Targeted preparation in the skills required for students to take the TOEFL iBT exam. Courses are conducted entirely in English by teachers with extensive experience in preparing students for the TOEFL iBT exam. Preparation can take from a few weeks to 3 months, depending on the level of the student at the time of enrolment*.
*A placement test is mandatory prior to enrolling in an IELTS Exam Prep Course
The course uses both textbook and computer-based materials to thoroughly prepare candidates. As the exam is entirely computer-based, maximum familiarity with the test format is required for successfully participating in the exam and receiving the desired score.Why OET;
Do you need to take an English exam to work or study in the healthcare sector in the UK, the USA, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Ukraine, Dubai, Singapore or Namibia?
Then the OET (Occupational English Test) is the test for you!
With the OET test you will prove that you have the appropriate level of English and in addition you will gain the level of language skills you will need on a daily basis in your workplace.
And, that’s not all – healthcare professionals choose the OET because:
· OET uses real healthcare scenarios so you feel more confident on the exam day.
· The OET is widely recognised as proof of English language proficiency for registration with professional bodies, studying and working in the healthcare sector, as well as for obtaining visa in some countries.
OET Preparation
The preparation can take from a few weeks to a few months, depending on the score required.
OET Content
Στο OET αξιολογούνται και οι 4 βασικές δεξιότητες: Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking.
Component | Content | Duration |
Listening | Same content for all healthcare professions. | Approximately 45 minutes |
Reading | Same content for all healthcare professions. | 60 minutes |
Writing | Specific to profession, based on typical workplace situations. | 45 minutes |
Writing | Specific to profession, based on typical workplace situations. | Approximately 20 minutes |
Find more information about the structure of the test on the official website of the Occupational English Test (OET) provided by Cambridge Assessment English and Box Hill Institute.
OET SCORES
The score ranges from 0 – 500 (corresponding to E – A) and the score required is determined on a case-by-case basis by the University, Institution or the local Immigration Authorities of the country of destination (in case of immigration).
Find more information about where the OET is recognised and the required score on the official OET website
Test Types
You can take OET in one of the following ways:
OET Exam Prep Course
Our OET Exam Prep Course is designed for students seeking high-level certification of their knowledge related to the health professions for academic or professional purposes. The course covers all the skills required during the exam and the course lasts from just a few weeks up to 3 months, depending on the level of the student at the time of enrolment*.
Courses can be taken either in groups or on an one-to-one basis, with face-to-face or fully online attendance, depending on course availability.
*A placement test is mandatory prior to enrolling in an IELTS Exam Prep Course
Courses are conducted entirely in English by highly qualified teachers with many years of experience in preparing students for the OET exam.
During the course, all those techniques required for students to successfully pass the exam and obtain their desired score will be covered.
All necessary skills are covered to the fullest extent, and special emphasis is placed on both the oral and written parts of the OET examination, which are based on students’ specialty, and which are one of the most important elements that health care professionals need to develop in an academic or professional setting.
What do I need learn?
How much time do I have?
What personal experiences do I bring with me?
Do I speak other languages? If yes, what helped me learn to speak?
Which language skills am I good at? Which ones do I need to practise more?
Our teachers and Academic Directors can help you choose the language course most suitable for your needs, as well as to help you decide the learning mode (group or one-to-one teaching, blended learning or online learning)
Our Centre gives you the opportunity to benefit both from improving your level of English and certifying your knowledge.
By attending our adult classes, from Beginner level A1 to Proficiency C2, you can take either the Cambridge Assessment English, the Michigan Language Assessment or the English Speaking Board (ESB) exams to certify your level.
All three Examination Bodies provide English Language Certifications that are both recognised overseas ( subject to conditions), and they also appear in the list of English Language Proficiency Certifications of the Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection (ASEP).
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