Exam Preparation Training for OISC/IAA Level 1
Get exam ready with our OISC/IAA Exam Technique Training designed for the Level 1 exam.
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Exam Technique Training for OISC/IAA Level 1
The aim of the Exam Technique Training is to provide participants with a strong body of knowledge of the OISC (now known as IAA) Level 1 exam.
Topics on the course include:
- Navigating the IAA Exam Resource Book
- Overview of the Syllabus for the Level 1 IAA Exam
- IAA competency levels
- What is an ‘open book’ exam?
- Practice mock exam questions
- Exam tips
- Q&A
The course also includes the opportunity to practise a typical question under exam conditions. Following this, there will be time for collective discussion and group feedback.
There is a limited capacity of 10 participants on this course so book early to avoid disappointment. The size of the course means that all individuals will have time to ask questions and learn as much as possible about how to prepare for the IAA Level 1 exam.
Please note that this is an exam preparation course – not the IAA exam.
We provide some of the most comprehensive immigration law training courses across the UK. This course is ideal for anyone who is preparing to take the IAA Level 1 exam.
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How can I prepare for the IAA Level 1 exam?
You can prepare independently to take the IAA Level 1 exam. If you wish to maximise your chances of a successful result, we recommend taking a training course from experienced immigration lawyers.
IAS offers IAA training at Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 and has a strong track record in assisting candidates to successfully take the exam.
The IAA Level 1 exam is divided into two parts. The first part consists of multiple-choice questions, while the second part consists of a number of scenario-based questions.
This Exam Technique Training course will help you to prepare to take the exam and give you the knowledge and skills you need to be successful.
Who the course is for
Our course is designed for a wide audience and is suitable for many people connected to the UK immigration law area.
Individuals preparing to take the Immigration Advice and Accreditation Authority (IAA) / Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) Level 1 exam could benefit from focusing on being prepared.
Paralegals, caseworkers, and immigration practitioners needing to meet the Level 1 competence standard may find the course helpful in achieving the best results.
In addition, those who already hold a Level 1 qualification but wish to refresh exam technique and boost their knowledge in key areas.
What is included in the IAA Level 1 Syllabus?
This half-day course does not cover the full training involved in the IAA Level 1 syllabus. However, some of the topics covered in the course will be relevant.
Level 1 Training Course covers the following:
- Analysis of the structures, terminology, ethical practices and frameworks of immigration law
- Asylum and protection law
- European Economic Area (EEA) free movement law
- British naturalisation and British citizenship registration
- Immigration law for businesses
- Immigration appeals process and structures of the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal
How the IAA Level 1 Exam is structured
The Level 1 exam has two parts and lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes.
It is an open-book text aimed at covering key UK immigration knowledge. Section 1 contains 20 multiple-choice questions. while Section 2 requires written answers to scenario-based questions. To pass, candidates need to achieve 60 per cent overall.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This half-day course lasts for three hours (between 10am and 1pm). There will be a 15-minute break in the middle of the course.
The course will be delivered via online video call (Microsoft Teams). There will be a maximum of 10 participants to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to ask questions about exam techniques.
Yes, time has been allotted so that participants can attempt an exam question under similar conditions to the exam. Following this, there will be a collective group discussion and feedback.
The purpose of this course is to teach you important exam techniques for the IAA Level 1 course. The course will give you the information you need to prepare for the IAA exam and answer each section. There will be opportunities for group discussion about the exam.
