The “Virtual ICAO Intensive Course” is a preparatory course for the ICAO test in proficiency in the English language.
The course is divided into Sections just like the ICAO Test and focuses on the Six ICAO Proficiencies: Pronunciation; Structure; Vocabulary; Fluency; Comprehension; and Interactions. Throughout the course the student will hear male and female native speakers and radio communications from South America, North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania so as to train their ear to understand different accents. Standard ICAO phraseology is used throughout the course.
The course lasts 3 days and has a workload of 20 hours. The course is VIP (individual), so Mister Colin is able to dedicate time to the student and the student will have time to participate and contribute, which is key to improving their English. All participants will receive a certificate.
The material used is the "Aviation English - Quick Reference Handbook" by Mister Colin. We will study the four parts of the test: "Part I: Aviation Issues"; Part II: Interacting as a pilot "," Part III: Unexpected situations ", and" Part IV: Image description and discussion.
Day 1:
Firstly, you will have a quick overview of the test, the places where you can do the test, and we will look at a Model Test similar to the one on the Brazilian Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) website. Next the course examines the grammar structures required to pass the test: describing your job; talking about past situations; plans for the future; hypothetical situations; talking about experiences; reported speech; how to compare three different situations; prepositions and vocabulary for emergency procedures and checklists. There are also grammar exercises for you to test your understanding.
Next the course works on building up vocabulary by studying the causes, consequences and procedures for all the situations included in the test: fuel problems; weather conditions; decompression; tail-strike; ditching; problems controlling the aircraft; collisions; birds; fire and smoke; security risks; runway excursion; system failure; dangerous goods; and medical emergencies. Each situation is examined through the use of real life videos so you can use actual examples in your answers when you do the test. Once again there are exercises to test your understanding.
Day 2:
On the second day we will study how best to respond to the questions in "Part I: Aviation Topics" which evaluates fluency. There are a total of sixty questions covering all the areas in the test. These are divided into seven categories: experience; aircraft and routine; career; training; flight safety; abnormal situations; the future and weather.
The course has a general overview of phraseology, it explains the international phonetic alphabet and standard ICAO numbers. It then explains how to complete "Part II: Interacting as a Pilot" which tests for interaction and "Part III: Emergency Situations" which assesses comprehension.
Dia 3:
On the last day the course explains Part IV of the test "Picture Description and Discussion" which assesses fluency. The course includes a picture description technique which will ensure you do well in this part of the test. On the last day of the course students will do a simulation and receive detailed feedback on their performance.
Pass rate:
In the last four years over 87% of students that did the course were also successful in the ICAO Test, 14% of them reached Level 5.
Location:
The course is held via Zoom so you don't have to leave the comfort of your own home or hotel in order to participate.
How to participate:
To participate in the next course get in touch with Mister Colin by email (colin@mistercolin.com) or WhatsApp (+55 11 99576 9464). The course is held every week.
Recommendations:
“Of all the ICAO English courses I’ve done this was the one that allowed me to reach the operational level. Thank you so much.”
Régio Alexandre Ferreira, Commercial Pilot
“The course that I did with Mr. Colin passed my expectations by a mile. With cohesive content, real examples and perfect teaching Teacher Colin managed to transfer his English language knowledge (it’s his mother tongue) in a clear and precise manner, identifying all my weaknesses. This is what made the difference so that I was able to get ICAO Level 5 at the first attempt. Even though I’d lived in the USA for three years before doing the course with Mister Colin my technical knowledge, vocabulary and understanding improved a lot. One week with Mr. Colin made all the difference. In my opinion Mister Colin’s course is essential for any pilot who wants to revalidate and improve their grade or for those who dream of ICAO 5 Plus. His teaching approach and the way he shows you how to study are exceptional!! Well done teacher.”
Gabriel Ferreira, Commercial Pilot
“Thanks to Mr Colin’s coaching I was able to get ICAO Level 5 at the first attempt. The teaching material, the test strategy and the whole learning experience are essential for you to prepare for the ICAO Santos Dumont Test. I 100% recommend his course! Thanks teacher!!!.”
Felipe Dutra, Commercial Pilot
You can read the full feedback about the course from students here: www.mistercolin.com/recommendations.
