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IELTS General Training: Complete

Band 5–7+ for work & immigration

Complete IELTS General Training preparation for work and immigration.

From $189
Live Online In Person Recorded (On-Demand)

Focus: IELTS General, Band 5-7+

Choose your format

Live Online

Group

Live Online, Group

Live group classes with up to 8 learners worldwide.

Schedule
Mon, Thu 6-7:30 PM UTC
Start dates
Oct 12, 2026, Nov 9, 2026
Duration
10 weeks
Class size
Up to 8
Teacher
Ahmed Al-Dosari
1-on-1

Live Online, 1-on-1

Private lessons at times you choose.

Schedule
Flexible: you choose your times
Package
20 × 60 min, Use within 14 weeks
Availability
Daily 8 AM-10 PM UTC
Class size
Private
Choose your teacher
Ahmed Al-Dosari, James Wilson, Mohammed Abdul
$1,199 Enroll

In Person

Group Also joinable online

In Person, Group

Classroom lessons in Dubai. Can also be joined online.

Schedule
Sat 4-5:30 PM GST
Start dates
Nov 14, 2026
Duration
10 weeks
Class size
Up to 12
Location
Dubai Media City
Teacher
Hasan Al-Maktoum

Recorded (On-Demand)

Self-guided

Recorded, Self-guided

Pre-recorded lessons at your own pace.

Recorded content
40 hours
Access
6 months

Learning outcomes

  • Understand IELTS General Training format
  • Master General Training reading strategies
  • Achieve high listening scores
  • Write effective personal and formal letters
  • Write persuasive essays successfully
  • Speak confidently in all parts
  • Complete General Training preparation
  • Achieve immigration or work goals

What's included

  • General Training format mastery
  • Reading strategy training
  • Listening skill development
  • Personal and formal letter writing
  • Essay writing excellence
  • Speaking preparation
  • Full practice tests
  • Immigration/work preparation

Curriculum

Module 1 — IELTS General Format

Understand IELTS General Training format.

  • Format, scoring differences

Module 2 — Reading for General

Master General Training reading strategies.

  • Different task types, strategies

Module 3 — Listening & Note-taking

Master General Training listening.

  • Accents, context, listening skills

Module 4 — Writing Task 1

Master IELTS General Writing Task 1.

  • Letters, informal and formal writing

Module 5 — Writing Task 2

Master IELTS General Writing Task 2.

  • Essays, opinion, arguments

Module 6 — Speaking All Parts

Master all IELTS Speaking parts.

  • Personal, cue card, discussion

Module 7 — Practice Tests

Complete full-length practice tests.

  • Full simulations, timing practice

Module 8 — Band 5-6 to 6-7 Pathway

Improve from Band 5-6 to 6-7.

  • Strategic improvement focus

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the product and billing.

When do I need General Training IELTS?
For work visa applications, immigration to English-speaking countries, or professional credentials.
Is General easier than Academic?
Different, not easier. General focuses on workplace English; Academic on university English.
How do I know my target band?
Most employers/immigration want Band 6-6.5 minimum. Check your specific institution requirements.
Are letters covered differently?
Yes. General includes personal and formal letters; Academic doesn't.

Meet your teachers

Ahmed Al-Dosari

DELTA, Master's TESOL

  • IELTS
  • Academic English

12 years of teaching

Hasan Al-Maktoum

DELTA, Corporate Training Specialist

  • Professional English
  • Business English
  • IELTS

11 years of teaching

James Wilson

Cambridge DELTA, IELTS examiner

  • IELTS
  • Academic English
  • Professional English

13 years of teaching

Mohammed Abdul

DELTA, TEFL

  • Academic English
  • Professional English
  • IELTS

11 years of teaching

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