> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://personal-development.codeyourfuture.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://personal-development.codeyourfuture.io/additional-resources-for-trainees/english-resources-for-trainees/english-language-guidance/required-english-language-level.md). # Required English Language Level The CodeYourFuture aim is to train people for a career in tech. We use the UK requirements for English language proficiency as the standard that all graduates should meet or be working toward meeting. Trainees and grads should be able to prove their ability to read, write and speak to at least level B1 of the Common European Framework of reference for Languages (CFER) scale. This means that they are an Independent User who: **‘Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.’** More information on B1 English level and the language competences people need to demonstrate. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://personal-development.codeyourfuture.io/additional-resources-for-trainees/english-resources-for-trainees/english-language-guidance/required-english-language-level.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.