IAA (formerly OISC) Level 1 Training for Future Immigration Advisors

From 41 £ /h

This practical, step-by-step course is designed to prepare you for accreditation as an Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) Level 1 Advisor (formerly OISC). Whether you’re starting your journey in immigration law or looking to formalise your expertise, this course will give you the foundational knowledge and confidence needed to navigate the field.

Together, we’ll cover key areas of immigration law, including family and business immigration legal framework, the EU Settlement Scheme and the Immigration Rules. You’ll gain a solid understanding of how immigration law works in practice, with the option to hone your advocacy skills through case scenarios and role-play exercises with professional actors.

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the legal knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to take your first steps toward becoming a qualified IAA Level 1 Immigration Advisor!

Extra information

A printed copy of the OISC/ IAA Handbook/ resource
Coloured pens,
Notepad,
Calculator

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

I am a professional actor, facilitator, and producer, as well as the Co-Artistic Director of CultureClash Theatre. My journey into the world of acting was anything but conventional!

I first pursued a career in law, earning my degree from Glasgow University School of Law and working as an immigration and human rights lawyer. However, my passion for storytelling and performance led me to take a leap of faith, training at Guildford School of Acting, where I completed my MA in Acting in 2015.

Since then, I have built a career that spans theatre, film, and television, performing across the UK and Sweden. My theatre credits include: Kayla in Home In Time For Christmas (Oxford Playhouse), Pinocchio & Sylvia Green in Greenwich Theatre’s Summer Repertory Season, Sharon Slaughter in Hell, Yes I’m Tough Enough (Park Theatre), and Modern Moll Frith in Moll & The Future Kings (Sam Wanamaker Playhouse). I’ve also performed in Southwark Playhouse, Arcola Theatre, New Diorama Theatre, and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

In film and television, I have portrayed Ngozi in Call The Midwife, Victoria in Steal Suffering, Eliza in Darren Has A Breakdown, and featured in E4’s Spa Brand Spot.

At the heart of my work is a commitment to bold storytelling. Whether through performance or my work with CultureClash Theatre, I am passionate about creating work that challenges perspectives and resonates deeply with audiences.

I love working with people who are eager to explore the power of theatre—whether you're stepping onto the stage for the first time or already have extensive experience. For me, great acting isn’t about perfection; it’s about curiosity, courage, and a willingness to play. I’m looking for students who are open to stepping into someone else’s shoes, discovering new ways to express themselves, and embracing the thrill of storytelling.

My approach is supportive yet challenging, pushing you to unlock your full potential while ensuring you feel safe, encouraged, and creatively inspired. If you’re ready to take risks, trust the process, and dive deep into the craft, I can’t wait to work with you!

Education

The University of Surrey, Guildford, UK
MA Acting

The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, NYC, USA

The Office Of Immigration Services Commissioner, London, UK
Level 1 of The Competence Assessment

The University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
Degree of Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with Honours of the Second Class in Law

Long Road Sixth Form College, Cambridge, UK
Levels: Law English language & Literature, Drama

Sawston Village College, Cambridge, UK
10 GCSE’s

Experience / Qualifications

With 10+ years of professional experience, I have worked as a professional actor, facilitator, theatre-maker, and producer, as well as managing my own theatre company. I have extensive experience working with children and young people, alongside 10+ years as an OISC (now IAA) Level 1 Immigration Advisor. Fully DBS enhanced, I bring a wealth of expertise, creativity, and professionalism to every endeavour I undertake.

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Communication skills

Law

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Drama School Audition Technique for Aspiring Actors

46 £ /h

This practical, step-by-step course is designed to prepare you for entry into one of the UK’s top drama schools. From selecting and analysing the perfect monologue to delivering a captivating performance, I will guide you through every stage of the process. Together, we’ll explore techniques to enhance your vocal projection, diction, and physical expressiveness, ensuring you have all the tools of craft you need bring your characters to life.

Beyond performance, this course will equip you with the confidence and freedom to truly own the audition room. We’ll tackle nerves, develop a strong stage presence, and learn how to enjoy the audition process—leaving a lasting impression on every panel you meet!

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Are you ready to embark on an incredible adventure through the enchanting world of Italy, Italians, and gestures? :-)

We begin by assessing your level, goals, and needs. Together, we craft a personalized plan, ensuring that your learning experience is tailored, efficient, and effective. The classes are tailored to suit your individual level, needs, and goals. Depending on you, we will use textbooks, online tools, or articles among others.

My approach encompasses various aspects such as conversation, vocabulary, grammar, Italian culture, or test preparation.

Book our class now!

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Dutch for speakers of other languages: all levels
Grammar - spelling - pronunciation - conversation - preparation ITNA...
I make my own material tailored to the student.

Dutch for native speakers: spelling - reader-oriented writing
If desired, the following is possible: correction and revision, proofreading of papers and theses, translations from English / Spanish (prices are determined based on the number of words)

The price for a lesson is for 1 person. Do you want to take the lesson with several people? Please contact me to ask for the price.

The available times during the week often change. So feel free to contact me to ask if your preferred moment is still available.

Cami

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Improve your skills during oral interventions in public, better manage your personal/professional communication & the resulting conflicts, master negotiation techniques (...): your objectives in terms of communication can be diverse and the objective of These sessions are precisely to support you to better achieve them. So, how can we send a clear message, create a difference and make an impact?

➤ Whether your objective is personal or professional, speaking is a predominantly physical activity, relying on a body, a voice, a breath, a rhythm (diction), an emotion and above all techniques, tools, a method, a know-how, reflecting the speaker's involvement in his speech. .

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➤ Thus, mastered, the practical method allows, through a set of simulations and scenarios based on your daily experience supporting pragmatic & concrete techniques, to improve self-confidence, self-assurance, ease by overcoming discomfort and controlling his emotion in public. But also to work on your leadership & charisma, in a context where empathy and emotional intelligence are at the service of communication.

➤ So, in this context, after having precisely defined your objective & gone through the blockages encountered, here are some examples of themes covered through concrete techniques & a methodology:
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✓Fundamentals of eloquence but also of oratorical art (intonation, gaze, gestures, elocution, range, emotions, charisma, pronunciation) to ensure consistency between content & form
✓Fundamentals of Body Language to support and not interfere with the discourse while being convinced & convincing.
✓Highlighting your speech & promoting your speaking skills to arouse interest, by leveraging your strengths.
✓Creation of coherence between the message sent & the message received in order to improve one's speech and in fact, one's professional/personal relationships.
✓Management of question answer sessions & external reactions during a speech or oral exchange.
✓Techniques to put your interlocutor at ease and appear friendly/interested.
✓To succeed in a negotiation/mediation.
✓To learn to say ‘no’ in three steps AND get people to say ‘yes’.
✓To transform sentences into positive AND constructive.
✓To manage conflicts (e.g. NVC techniques, Non-Violent Communication).
✓To put NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) at the service of communication.
✓To adopt effective, simple, fair and engaging language.
✓To use sentences, phrases & expressions to be precise, simple, effective & engaging.
✓To manage your personal & professional relationships with, for example, the preparation of your ratings.
✓Make your hypersensitivity a strength to tame your abilities.
(...)

➤ In short, each session combines techniques & practical exercises adapted to your everyday situations (filmed with your agreement in order to be reviewed, commented on, decoded together live), so that you can put them into practice immediately, and from the 1st session.

➤Trained at Grande Ecole post-European preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, specialized and working for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field of communication, in renowned public and private international establishments, participating in forums and conferences, & oriented towards pedagogy and careful methodology.

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The quality of the session & interaction

Mohamed

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University English Instructor| Started teaching English 9 years ago| Specializing in Conversational English.

My teaching approach is designed to develop communication skills above all. We watch or read materials, such as videos, articles, stories, poems, caricatures, then discuss them; we act out situations from everyday life; we take positions and practice debates. However, this doesn’t mean that we just practice speaking. I also make sure the learner is not running in circles. I’m here to ensure that they do not keep repeating the same mistakes or keep using the same expressions over and over in conversation.
In order to keep making progress, I take my student on a journey that involves:
• Improving their grammar.
• Fixing their pronunciation.
• Enriching their vocabulary by learning to use new words and common idioms.
By the end of this course, you should be able to speak English fluently and confidently.

PS: Because of my academic specialty, I also help with academic writing and creative writing.

Giorgia

5.0

(13)

Hello everyone!
I'm Giorgia and I come from Torino, Italy.
I offer my native knowledge of Italian to any of you, who wants to discover this beautiful language.

I teach for all levels, from very beginners to advanced speakers, passing through amateurs or simply curious of any age. I can also help with university exams and school works/assignments.
Being a pianist and a piano teacher, I already have lots of experience with teaching and pedagogical approach with the whole range of ages.

The lesson is intended to meet the student needs: the focus can be on the grammar, conversation or literature. In case of a middle-level speaker, the lesson will cover all four language's abilities: listening, speaking, writing and reading. My suggestion of a well planned lesson is, for any level, to divide it into two parts: grammar first and then conversation (covering all the abilities mentioned above).

Thank you for your attention and looking forward to meeting you !!

Camilo

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(13)

Hi everyone!

My name is Camilo. I offer in-person Spanish lessons in Medellin. I also do online lessons.

Are you learning Spanish from scratch, or do you want to deepen your knowledge? Do you need Spanish for work, study, traveling, communicating in your everyday life...? My lessons are tailored to your needs and interests!

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or want to book lessons.

I look forward to hearing from you!
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French DELF & TCF Exam Preparation | Get Certified with Confidence

Are you preparing for the DELF or TCF French exam for studies, work, or immigration?
I offer professional, results-focused preparation to help you reach your target score with confidence.

🎯 What you will get:
✔ Preparation for DELF A1–C1 and TCF (all formats)
✔ Full training in the 4 official skills:

Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking
✔ Mock exams with detailed feedback based on official criteria
✔ Exam strategies, time management & common pitfalls
✔ Vocabulary and grammar targeted to your exam level

👨‍🏫 About me:

Experienced French language instructor

Specialized in DELF & TCF exam preparation

Proven methods adapted to your level and goals

Clear explanations and confidence-building speaking practice

💻 Lesson format:
📍 Online
⏱ Flexible schedule
🌍 International students welcome

📩 Book your first lesson on Apprentus today and take the next step toward French certification!

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Hello everyone,
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I am here to help those who like to learn Tunisian: vocabulary, pronunciation, listening-comprehension, conversation, reading,...
The courses are well prepared and focus on different themes. Learning tools are available to facilitate understanding.
I don't neglect my students' mistakes so that they can improve.
At the end of each session, detailed feedback will be provided.
If you are interested, please contact me.

AbdulRahman

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(13)

✨ So, do you want to learn the Egyptian dialect? 🇪🇬
Would you like to communicate easily and simply with Egyptians in your daily life 🏙️ or during your trip to Egypt ✈️🌴?

🤔 Let me guess...

❤️ You love the people, you love the culture, and you wish for nothing more than to speak Egyptian Arabic freely...

❌ But you don’t know where to start...
⚡ How to keep your motivation...
📚 Or where to find good and useful resources to improve.

💡 I know these struggles very well, and that’s why I designed this course especially for you!

👉 You will learn the basics and everyday vocabulary of the Egyptian dialect, along with many of the most common expressions and phrases Egyptians use daily.

🗣️ From the very first lessons, you’ll be able to greet, ask simple questions, and hold a short conversation with confidence.

👨‍🏫 As an Egyptian teacher, I will guide you step by step with simple, interactive, and enjoyable methods tailored to your level.

✅ No previous language experience is required.

🚀 Join us now and enjoy a new and exciting way to learn how to communicate in Egyptian Arabic!

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(13)

I am a FLE (French as a foreign language) teacher in training centers, associations, and remotely for foreigners who wish to learn French.
Preparation for DEFL and DAFL for all levels.

I have a master's degree in business engineering and international trade, a certification in FLE and a master's degree in teaching in progress.
I use fun and interactive methods with lots of language practice.
I can help you write your CV and cover letter, and practice for job interviews.

I offer sessions adapted to the needs and pace of each learner.

Methodology :
- Initial assessment: For each support I will carry out a diagnostic assessment to identify the student's strengths and weaknesses in the subject concerned (mathematics, French, science, etc.).
- Personalized approach: Courses are adapted to the student's level, with individualized monitoring. This includes practical exercises, targeted revisions, and explanations adapted to each learning pace.
- Progressive objectives: we set short and long-term objectives together to motivate the student and measure their progress.
- Learning techniques: I use interactive methods (online exercises, educational games) and revision sheets to help memorize and understand key concepts (flashcards, etc.)

Typical sessions:
- Course of the sessions:
- Review of previous concepts: 10-15 minutes to review the points covered during the last lesson.
- Lesson of the day: 30-45 minutes to introduce and explain a new concept.
- Practical exercises: 20-30 minutes to apply what has been learned, offering exercises adapted to the student's level.
- Questions and corrections: 10-15 minutes at the end to answer the student's questions and correct mistakes together.
- Regular monitoring: I plan regular assessments to adjust the learning method and adapt the pace of the lessons.

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This course is designed to support students and professionals in exploring, planning, and pursuing meaningful life and career paths. Blending personal development with career coaching principles, the course emphasizes self-awareness, goal setting, decision-making, and resilience. Participants will engage in practical tools such as vision boards, career mapping, values clarification, and personal SWOT analysis. Key topics include career exploration, life planning, time and stress management, coaching strategies, and effective communication. Through guided coaching sessions, peer collaboration, and reflective practices, students will develop a personalized life and career action plan that aligns with their passions, strengths, and long-term goals.

Nouhaila

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Learn Arabic and open the door to a whole new culture!
Personalized, dynamic lessons 100% tailored to you

Have you always wanted to speak Arabic but didn’t know where to start?
You’re in the right place! Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to improve your current level, I’ll help you reach your goals step by step.

What do my classes include?
📚 Practical focus: Learn what you’ll actually use in real life
🗣️ Conversation from day one
🌍 Useful vocabulary for travel, work, or connecting with people around the world
🧠 Clear explanations of grammar and pronunciation
⏱️ Flexible scheduling (pick the time that suits you best)
💻 Online (from anywhere) or in-person (if nearby)
🎯 Extra materials, personalized feedback, and exercises tailored to your interests

For all levels and ages:
✅ Kids and teens
✅ University students
✅ Professionals and travelers
✅ Language and culture enthusiasts

Why learn Arabic with me?

I speak your language and understand your challenges
I use modern, motivating teaching methods
You’ll learn not just the language, but also the culture and Arab traditions
And most importantly: we’ll make learning fun and natural!

The best time to start is now—
And Arabic... you’re going to love it!
✨ مرحباً (Welcome!)

Frederick

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(13)

Do you understand English well but struggle to speak it fluently? This class is designed to bridge that gap in a relaxed, supportive environment.

In our sessions, you will:

Option A: For working Professionals
Advance your career with confidence. I specialise in helping professionals master the English needed for the modern workplace.

What I will cover:
* Writing professional emails and reports.
* Effective participation in meetings and negotiations.
* Presentation skills and industry-specific vocabulary.

Whether you are preparing for a job interview or moving into an international role, I will tailor our lessons to your specific industry and goals.

Option B: For Students
Stop feeling overwhelmed by English exams and tests

My focus areas are:
* Proven strategies for the Reading and Listening sections.
* Essay structure and academic vocabulary for Writing.
* Live speaking practice with real-time feedback and corrections.

I provide all practice materials and mock tests to ensure you are fully prepared for test day.
* Improve your pronunciation and reduce your accent.
* Learn common idioms and "real-life" expressions used by natives.
* Build the confidence to speak in social and travel situations.

Option C: For General/Conversational Learners
Do you understand English well but struggle to speak it fluently? This class is designed to bridge that gap in a relaxed, supportive environment.

In our sessions, you will:
* Improve your pronunciation and reduce your accent.
* Learn common idioms and "real-life" expressions used by natives.
* Build the confidence to speak in social and travel situations.

Each lesson is built around topics you enjoy, making learning feel like a natural conversation rather than a chore.

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A class is a safe space for children to learn explore and discover new things ,fun activities ,motor skills development, communication and learning new vocabulary, day to day skills.
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