What is CELPIP?

CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) is a standardized English language proficiency test designed to assess the English language skills of people who plan to study, work or immigrate to Canada. CELPIP is accepted by various Canadian organizations, professional designations, colleges, and universities, including Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), as proof of English language proficiency.

What is CAEL?

CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Test) is used to assess a student’s level of English proficiency before enrolling in a Canadian post-secondary institution. The CAEL test provides an accurate representation of the English language used in a Canadian university setting.

Over 180 Canadian universities accept this test as proof of English proficiency, including universities in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories and Nova Scotia.

The CELPIP/CAEL tests assess four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. The tests are administered on a computer and take about 3 hours. Test takers receive scores on a scale of 1 to 12 for each language skill, with a maximum total score of 60.

The CELPIP is available in two formats: CELPIP-General and CELPIP-General LS.

The CELPIP-General Program is for people who plan to apply for permanent residence, citizenship or work in Canada.

The CELPIP-General LS program is for people who need to demonstrate their English language skills to apply for Canadian citizenship.

CELPIP/CAEL results are valid for two years. Test takers can retake the test after their scores expire or if they want to improve their scores. However, they must wait at least 30 days before retaking the test.

Why take the CELPIP exam?

1). Immigration Purpose: One of the most common reasons people take the CELPIP test. The Canadian government requires that people who wish to apply for permanent residency, citizenship, or a work permit provide proof of their English language skills.

2). Academic purposes: Students who want to apply to a Canadian college or university can also take the CELPIP test to demonstrate their English language skills.

3). Employment Purpose: Some employers in Canada may require their employees to demonstrate their English language skills by taking the CELPIP test. This is especially true for jobs that require communication with customers or clients.

4). Personal Development: Learning English is a valuable skill that can open up opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Overall, taking the CELPIP test can be a valuable investment for people who want to improve their English language skills or meet certain requirements for immigration, study or work in Canada.

What do you get out of the course?

• Our CELPIP/CAEL preparation courses help students acquire the language skills they need to pass the exam. Our goal? To develop our students’ fluency and independence so that they can read articles, listen to lectures, answer questions and write short essays for the CELPIP/CAEL tests.
• Practice exam questions and understand test-taking strategies.
• Improve your vocabulary.
• Improve your ability to understand spoken English, including listening to specific information, understanding the main idea, tone and attitude of the speaker.
• Learn to search for information, identify key points, and understand the overall meaning of a text.
• Learn how to organize your ideas, use appropriate vocabulary and grammar, and proofread your work.
• Practice communicating in English in a variety of situations, including social, professional and academic contexts.
• Gain effective time-management skills that will help you pass the test in the time allotted.
• The course will give you feedback on your strengths and weaknesses and help you identify areas where you need to improve.
• Gain confidence and improve your chances of scoring high on the test.