LanguageCERT LTE
A set of internationally recognised English language qualifications mapped to the CEFR, assessing Listening, Reading and Writing skills. These exams are intended for non-native English speakers worldwide, who need to provide documented evidence of their English language level for general, academic or specific work related purposes. Ideal for those looking to advance their career prospects, measure their progress and to meet entry and graduation requirements.
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A1-B1 Listening & Reading
An English Listening & Reading test aligned to the A1-B1 levels of the CEFR*, ideal for entry-level candidates. Exams are delivered through our global network of Test Centres.
- All candidates take the same test regardless of language proficiency and receive a certificate placing them at levels A1 to B1 of the CEFR based on their performance
- Assesses Listening and Reading skills, as well as command of English grammar and vocabulary
- Establishes English language proficiency reliably and quickly
- Multiple choice structure
- Paper-based
- Duration approx. 30 minutes
- 4 parts/32 questions
- Paper-based
- Duration 40 minutes
- 4 parts/40 questions
Written Component
Key Features
Key Features
| EXAM LEVEL | A1 - B1 |
| FORMAT | Listening: paper-based, multiple choice Reading: paper-based, multiple choice |
| CERTIFICATE | Awarded for scores of 10 or above out of 59 |
| GRADE BOUNDARIES | Candidates are awarded 0, A1, A2 or B1 B1 40-59 A2 20-39 A1 10-19 0 0-9 |
Exam Format
Exam Format
FORMAT Paper-based 1 hour 10 minutes
Listening: 30 minutes Reading: 40 minutes uninterupted
Breakdown of Levels
LTE A1 – CEFR A1
- Can recognise familiar words, everyday expressions and very basic phrases when people speak slowly and clearly.
- Can understand familiar names, words and very simple sentences on familiar topics and obtain information from notices, posters and catalogues.
LTE A2 – CEFR A2
- Can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance such as basic personal and family information, shopping, local area and employment.
- Can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.
- Can read and understand very short, simple texts such as personal letters.
- Can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables.
LTE B1 – CEFR B1
- Can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
- Can understand the main point of many radio or TV programmes on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.
- Can understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency every day or job-related language.
- Can understand the description of events, feelings and wishes in personal letters.
Results, Certificates & Digital Badges
Statement of Result (SoR) & e-certificate sent by email or through the Test Centre;
- 3 business days for Online exams with remote, live invigilation
- 5 business days for computer-based exams
- 10 business days for paper-based exams
Digital badges are available in 10 business days and sent by email.
Hard-copy certificates are sent either to the candidate or to the Test Centre shortly after results are released.
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A1-C2 Listening
An English Listening & Reading test aligned to the A1-C2 levels of the CEFR*, ideal for intermediate to high level candidates (B2-C2). Exams are delivered through our global network of Test Centres or online.
- All candidates take the same test regardless of language proficiency and receive a certificate placing them at levels A1 to C2 of the CEFR based on their performance
- Assesses Listening and Reading skills, as well as command of English grammar and vocabulary
- Establishes English language proficiency reliably and quickly
- Multiple choice structure
- Taken at a Test Centre
- Duration 2hrs
- Approx. 110 questions
- Taken at a Test Centre
- Difficulty of questions adjusts and adapts throughout according to the candidate’s performance
- Duration 1hr – 1hr & 30 minutes
- Approx. 56 questions
- Taken anytime, anyplace* 24/7/365
- Difficulty of questions adjusts and adapts throughout according to performance
- Duration 1hr – 1hr & 30 minutes
- Approx. 56 questions
** Requirements include a quiet room with no distractions, a computer, webcam and an internet connection.
Written Component
Key Features
Key Features
| EXAM LEVEL | A1 -C2 |
| FORMAT | Paper-based/computer-based at approved Test Centres or Online with remote, live invigilation |
| CERTIFICATE | Awarded for scores of 10 or above out of 100 |
| GRADE BOUNDARIES | Candidates are awarded 0, A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 or C2 C2 90-100 C1 75-89 B2 60-74 B1 40-59 A2 20-39 A1 10-19 0 0-9 |
Exam Format
Exam Format
FORMAT Paper-based 2 hours
Listening: 30 minutes Reading: 40 minutes uninterupted
FORMAT Computer-based 1hr -1 hour 30 minutes
Listening: 25 minutes Reading: 35 minutes uninterupted
FORMAT Online-exam 1hr -1 hour 30 minutes
Listening: 25 minutes Reading: 35 minutes uninterupted
Breakdown of Levels
LTE A1 – CEFR A1
- Can recognise familiar words, everyday expressions and very basic phrases when people speak slowly and clearly.
- Can understand familiar names, words and very simple sentences on familiar topics and obtain information from notices, posters and catalogues.
LTE A2 – CEFR A2
- Can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance such as basic personal and family information, shopping, local area and employment.
- Can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements.
- Can read and understand very short, simple texts such as personal letters.
- Can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables.
LTE B1 – CEFR B1
- Can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
- Can understand the main point of many radio or TV programmes on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear.
- Can understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency every day or job-related language.
- Can understand the description of events, feelings and wishes in personal letters.
LTE B2 – CEFR B2
- Can understand extended speech and lectures and follow complex lines of argument, provided the topic is reasonably familiar.
- Can understand most TV news, current affairs programmes and the majority of films in standard dialect.
- Can read articles and reports concerned with temporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints.
- Can understand contemporary literary prose.
LTE C1 – CEFR C1
- Can understand an extended speech even when it is not clearly structured and when relationships are only implied and not signalled explicitly.
- Can understand TV programmes and films without too much effort.
- Can understand long and complex factual and literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style.
- Can understand specialised articles and longer technical instructions that are relevant to various fields.
LTE C2 – CEFR C2
- Can understand with ease any kind of spoken language, whether live or broadcast, even when delivered at fast native speed, provided there is a familiarity with the accent.
- Can read virtually all forms of the written language at ease, including abstract and structurally or linguistically complex texts such as manuals, specialised articles and literary works.
Results, Certificates & Digital Badges
- Certificate of Achievement & e-certificate are available in 2 business days.
- Results are sent by email directly to candidates or to their Test Centre. Instant preliminary results for computer-based tests.
- Digital badges are available on the same day as results and sent by email.
- Hard-copy certificates are sent either to the candidate or to the Test Centre shortly after results are released.
Official Practice Material
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