TRINITY Communication Skills

Communication Skills exams are designed to support candidates in developing a range of 21st Century communication skills that can have a positive impact in both education and the workplace.

Trinity’s graded Communication Skills exams and Performance Certificates are designed to support candidates to develop a range of transferable 21st century skills that can have a positive impact in both education and the workplace.

The exams assess the following skills through a range of contexts:

◗ Verbal and non-verbal communication

◗ Conversation and discussion

◗ Critical thinking and problem-solving

◗ Research and reflection

◗ Presentation

◗ Persuasion and negotiation

◗ Planning and preparation

◗ Usage of equipment and materials to aid communication

◗ Interpersonal

Furthermore, by working towards these exams, a range of other skills not assessed directly are developed that are highly valued by schools and employers: self-motivation, ability to learn and adjust, working to deadlines, teamwork and flexibility, and organisational, numeracy and IT skills.

Exam Reqreuiments

TRINITY Communication Skills Initial

Exam Duration8 minutes
Task 1 -ConversationTask 1: Conversation
The candidate engages in a brief
conversation led by the examiner on
one or two of the following topics (the
examiner chooses the topic(s)):
◗ The area where they live
◗ Their favourite meal/food/drink
◗ Their journey that day
(maximum time: 1 minute)
Task 2 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk about a
personal memorable event.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
The examiner asks a few questions
about the event.
Task 3 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk about a
small object or picture they bring to
the exam room.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
The examiner asks a few questions
about the object or picture

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 1

Exam Duration10 minutes
Task 1 -ConversationThe candidate engages in a brief
conversation led by the examiner
on one or two of the following topics
(the examiner chooses the topic(s)):
◗ The weather that day/week
◗ Their favourite book/film/song/
computer game
◗ Their journey that day
(maximum time: 1 minute)
Task 2 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk about one
of the following topics:
◗ A remarkable person
◗ Their favourite activity
◗ Their favourite holiday
(maximum time: 3 minutes)
◗ The examiner asks a few questions
about the topic.
(maximum time: 1 minute)
Task 3 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk about the
value and significance of two small
objects or pictures they bring to the
exam room.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
The examiner asks a few questions
about the objects or pictures.
(maximum time: 1 minute)

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 2

Exam Duration12 minutes
Task 1 -ConversationThe candidate engages in a brief
conversation led by the examiner on
one or two of the following topics (the
examiner chooses the topic(s)):
◗ Their journey that day
◗ Their favourite place to visit
◗ The weather that day/week
◗ The area where they live
(maximum time: 1 minute)
Task 2 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk about one of
the following topics:
◗ ‘Why I love this book’
◗ ‘Why I love this film’
◗ ‘Why I love this TV programme’
◗ ‘Why I love this play’
(maximum time: 4 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate
in a conversation to gather further
information on the topic.
(maximum time: 1 minute)
Task 3 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk describing
the planning and preparation of a
special event.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate
in a conversation to gather further
information on the topic.
(maximum time: 1 minute)

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 3

Exam Duration14 minutes
Task 1 -ConversationThe candidate engages in a brief
conversation led by the examiner on
one or two of the following topics (the
examiner chooses the topic(s)):
◗ Their favourite time of day
◗ Their favourite subject at school
◗ Leisure activities they enjoy
◗ What job they would like to do in
the future
(maximum time: 1 minute)
Task 2 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk about one of
the following topics:
◗ ‘Why I am concerned about …’
◗ ‘What I would like to see more of/less
of in the world’
◗ ‘Why I think … should be banned’
(maximum time: 5 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate
in a conversation to gather further
information on the topic.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
Task 3 - TalkThe candidate gives a talk describing
and recommending a place of interest.
(maximum time: 3 minutes)
The examiner asks the candidate questions
to gather further information on the topic.
(maximum time: 1 minute)

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 4

Exam Duration16 minutes
Task 1 -PresentationThe candidate gives a presentation that
describes a personal interest, challenge
or achievement.
(maximum time: 3 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate
in a discussion to gather further
information on the topic.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
Task 2 - PresentationThe candidate gives a presentation to
inspire participation in an activity. The
candidate should state who the intended
audience is before they begin.
(maximum time: 5 minutes)
Task 3 - ReflectionThe examiner engages the candidate in
a discussion about the presentations.
The discussion focuses on how the
candidate prepared for the presentations
and how vocal skills were used to
communicate ideas, including the use
of pause, emphasis and variations in
phrasing and pace.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 5

Exam Duration18 minutes
Task 1 -PresentationThe candidate gives a presentation in
support of a particular cause or charity.
The candidate should state who the
intended audience is before they begin.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate
in a discussion to gather further
information on the topic.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
Task 2 -PresentationThe candidate delivers a current news
story as if for radio, podcast or TV.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)
The examiner asks questions from the
perspective of different audiences.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
Task 3 - ReflectionThe examiner engages the candidate in
a discussion about the preparation and
delivery of the presentation and the
news story.
The discussion focuses on how the
candidate prepared for the tasks and
how vocal and physical skills were used
to communicate ideas, including the
use of pause, emphasis, variations in
phrasing and pace, and the use of space.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 6

Exam Duration20 minutes
Task 1 -PresentationThe candidate gives a presentation
on an idea for a business enterprise,
social event or creative endeavour to an
imagined, defined audience of at least
20 people. The candidate should state
who the intended audience is before
they begin.
(maximum time: 5 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate in
a discussion that explores the purpose
and the planning of the topic presented
and its possible impact.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
Task 2 - Key SkillsThe candidate presents a prepared CV
for a job or training course/opportunity.
The candidate should state the title
of the job, course or work experience
placement. The role should be relevant
to the candidate’s own interests,
experience and aspirations.
The examiner asks interview questions
related to the role.
(maximum time: 7 minutes)
Task 3 - Key SkillsThe candidate discusses with the
examiner the content and delivery of
the text of a speech provided by the
examiner 15 minutes before the exam.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 7

Exam Duration23 minutes
Task 1 -PresentationThe candidate gives a presentation on
a social issue to an imagined, defined
audience of at least 20 people. The
candidate should state who the intended
audience is before they begin.
(maximum time: 9 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate
in a discussion including exploring
alternative points of view.
(maximum time: 3 minutes)
Task 2 - Key SkillsThe candidate discusses with the
examiner the content and delivery of
an advertisement, the text of which is
provided by the examiner 15 minutes
before the exam.
The discussion focuses on the methods
and tools used to communicate the
possible intended message of the
advertisement to an audience, including
visuals, audio, and the medium for
relaying the advertisement.
(maximum time: 5 minutes)
Task 3 - Key SkillsThe examiner gives an overview of a
social or political issue.
A discussion follows in which the
candidate expresses and explains their
views on the situation.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)

TRINITY Communication Skills Grade 8

Exam Duration25 minutes
Task 1-PresentationThe candidate gives a presentation to
an imagined, defined audience of at
least 20 people on an aspect of the
communication process in advertising,
politics or education. This may include
a critical evaluation of communication
tools such as:
◗ Styles of delivery
◗ Vocabulary
◗ Structure and meaning
◗ Audio-visual, imagery, sound effects
The candidate should state who the
intended audience is before they begin.
(maximum time: 8 minutes)
The examiner engages the candidate
in a discussion about their presentation,
including identification of and reflection
on the range of communication
skills used.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)
Task 2- Key SkillsThe candidate gives a public address in
response to one of three scenarios, the
outlines for which are provided by the
examiner 15 minutes before the exam.
(maximum time: 4 minutes)
Key SkillsThe candidate presents an overview of
a contentious issue of their own choice
from current affairs, social media or
politics to discuss, and explains both
sides of the argument to the examiner.
(maximum time: 5 minutes)
The examiner asks questions exploring
the issues involved.
(maximum time: 2 minutes)
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