I just wrapped up the second day of a 5-day weekend review course on IELTS (International English Language Testing System) for prospective health workers for the US and UK. The applicants have been shortlisted based on academic qualifications and work experience, and taking and passing the IELTS is just the first step in the processing of their applications.
It saddens me that of the 6 students I have, only 1 has the potential to pass the IELTS and be on his way to Florida to work as caregiver. Another two can make the grade if they keep on practicing the different skills and master the techniques of taking the test. But for the remaining three, they need more than practice; they need to undergo an intensive English refresher course. Previously, caregivers were not required to take the IELTS. But two months ago, the British government made it a requirement.
The applicants for the US need an overall band score of 6 and those for the UK need a 6.5. Should they fail to reach these scores, they will be illegible to apply for a working visa and along with it the demise of their dreams. And these just breaks my heart and what I can do besides do all I can to help them prepare for the test is to pray for them.
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