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Course Overview
The Basic English: A1 + A2 Level course is designed for learners who are just beginning their journey with the English language or who have only a limited foundation. The course provides essential skills to understand and use English in simple, everyday contexts. Learners will gain confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing through structured practice and real-life communication scenarios.
This course is fully aligned with the A1 and A2 levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), and aims to equip learners with the ability to interact in routine tasks and navigate common social and practical situations using basic structures and vocabulary.
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Course Objectives
The general objective of this course is to enable learners to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at satisfying concrete needs. Learners will develop foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, enabling them to:
- Introduce themselves and others, ask and answer questions about personal details;
- Interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly;
- Understand and use basic vocabulary related to everyday life (family, shopping, work, local geography);
- Read and comprehend simple texts such as signs, menus, and basic instructions;
- Write short, simple notes and messages related to immediate needs.
Schedule
Module 1 – Introductions and Personal Information
- Greetings and farewells (formal/informal)
- Introducing yourself and others
- Asking for and giving personal details
- Countries, nationalities, professions
- Verbs: to be, to have, to live, to work
Module 2 – Daily Life and Common Routines
- Describing daily routines and activities
- Time, dates, days of the week
- Talking about habits and frequency
- Present Simple and common adverbs
Module 3 – Descriptions and Relationships
- Talking about family and friends
- Physical appearance and personality
- Likes and dislikes
- Possessive adjectives and basic connectors
Module 4 – Food, Shopping, and Services
- Food and drink vocabulary
- Shopping in supermarkets and ordering in restaurants
- Prices, quantities, and preferences
- Functional dialogues and polite requests
Module 5 – Around Town and Basic Travel
- Describing places in a town or city
- Asking for and giving directions
- Means of transport and timetables
- Basic public services vocabulary
Module 6 – Health and Practical Situations
- Basic health vocabulary and symptoms
- Booking medical appointments
- Common emergencies and pharmacy interactions
- Useful phrases in unforeseen situations
Next Dates
| Location | Starting Date | Status | Enrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Póvoa de Varzim | 8 September, 2025 | Open Call | |
| Póvoa de Varzim | 15 September, 2025 | Closed | |
| Madeira | 13 October, 2025 | Closed | |
| Madeira | 20 October, 2025 | Closed | |
| Póvoa de Varzim | 20 October, 2025 | Closed | |
| Madeira | 10 November, 2025 | Open Call |
Price
Each quotation is personalized and depends on several factors, such as the number of participants, the number of training hours, the location of the course, and any additional services requested.
The training can be funded through programs such as Erasmus+ (KA1 – Learning Mobility), among other European support mechanisms. For more information about funding, participants should contact their sending organization or their country’s National Agency directly.
Important Info
Certificate
A Certificate of Participation is awarded to participants who attend at least 80% of the sessions and demonstrate consistent engagement and commitment throughout the training.
Schedule
The time of classes, whether in the morning or afternoon is determined by the provider. The schedule may vary considerably based on participants’ preferences and the trainer’s discretion regarding any modifications.
Equipment
For certain courses, it may be necessary for you to bring your own laptop. Our team will inform you in case of need.
Other services
Mobility Friends offers a range of additional services, subject to availability and additional cost, which can be arranged for individual participants or groups.
Services include accommodation, meals, transfers and cultural visits.