VTCT Skills is proud to launch a new Vocational English Language Assessment (VELA), an innovative, AI-powered English proficiency test designed to support international learners, training providers and employers with a fast, reliable and accessible way to validate English language capability.
Developed using advanced automated assessment technology, VELA evaluates all four core language skills – speaking, writing, reading and listening – and delivers instant results aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), from A1 to C2. This provides learners and organisations with clear, trusted outcomes that can be easily understood and accepted worldwide.
Unlike traditional language assessments, VELA features industry-relevant content, ensuring learners are assessed against language skills and terminology aligned to their vocational pathway. The assessment can be taken anytime, anywhere and on any modern device, removing the need for scheduling, travel or manual marking.
Built with robust security and validation processes, VELA ensures fairness, consistency and accuracy across every assessment, while reducing human bias through the use of AI-driven scoring models.
Commenting on the launch, Stuart Skinner, Director of International Development at VTCT Skills, said:
“VELA has been developed in direct response to the challenges we see internationally around accessibility, speed and trust in English language assessment. By combining advanced AI technology with vocationally relevant content, we’re able to offer learners, centres and employers a practical, affordable solution that delivers reliable results in minutes, without compromising on quality or integrity.”
Priced at just £15 per assessment, with no additional or hidden fees, VELA offers a cost-effective and scalable solution for centres and organisations managing large international cohorts. It is particularly suited to training providers and VTCT Skills centres that require reliable English language assessment ahead of learner enrolment, as well as employers and recruiters seeking quick verification of communication skills.
Key benefits for centres and organisations include: