Communication Skills

Confident communication for 21st century success

Effective communication is an essential skill to thrive in today’s world. Designed around real-world, practical tasks such as interviews, presentations and discussions, Trinity’s Communication Skills exams develop essential 21st century skills that help learners excel in education and the workplace.

Trinity’s Communication Skills exams encourage learners to think critically, present confidently and speak persuasively. Whether delivering presentations, preparing for interviews or sharing opinions, our Communication Skills exams provide a structured way to build confidence and fluency in spoken communication.

About the exams

Trinity’s Communication Skills exams assess a broad range of spoken communication abilities, focusing on:

Public speaking and presentations: Plan and deliver engaging, structured talks (appropriate for different levels of English proficiency, if relevant).
Discussion and debate: Develop critical thinking and the ability to justify opinions.
Interview techniques: Build confidence in responding to formal questions.
Persuasive communication: Learn how to present ideas clearly and convincingly.

Available at Initial to Grade 8 our solo and group Communication Skills exams are ideal for learners of all ages who want to enhance their spoken communication skills in an interactive and supportive environment.

Why choose Trinity’s Communication Skills exams?

Undertaking a formal qualification in Communications Skills has numerous real-world benefits:

Develop practical communication skills: Engage in tasks that reflect real-world scenarios, preparing for academic, professional and personal challenges.
Encourage critical thinking: Express opinions, analyse different perspectives, and justify reasoning, strengthening decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Enhance creative expression: Explore personal interests through presentations and discussions, building confidence in self-expression.
Present with confidence: Develop structured communication skills to deliver ideas effectively in academic and professional settings.
Adapt to different audiences: Learn how to tailor communication styles for diverse settings and listeners.
Consistency across exam formats: Both face-to-face and video conference exams maintain the same academic rigour and standards.
Flexible delivery options: Choose between in-person or digital exams to suit different needs, ensuring accessibility without compromising quality.

Communication exams to suit all learners

Flexible assessment options, including face-to-face and video conferencing, allow the exams to be tailored to suit a wide range of learners, from those developing their public speaking skills for university entrance to established professionals looking to refine their workplace communication.

In groups or as solo presenters, candidates create and deliver talks based on their own interests and have the opportunity to discuss and debate these topics with the examiner, encouraging further development of their ideas.