Certifications - French
What is the CEFR?
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is a standard that aims to serve as an international standard to measure the level of oral and written comprehension and expression in a language. It is part of the Council of Europe's language policy project, which has unified guidelines for language learning and teaching within the European context.
The Common European Framework of Reference establishes a scale of six common reference levels for the organization of language learning and homologation of the different qualifications issued by certified entities. The division is grouped into three blocks that respond to a more classic division of basic, intermediate and advanced levels, although they do not correspond exactly to the classic levels because they are located above or below them.
Why have an International Certification?
The difference between saying that you know a language and proving it is in the title. “I speak and write a language perfectly” is something that many reflect on their resume. But, the only way to have this certainty from companies or institutions that you have knowledge in a language is to have some certification that accredits its level.
Nowadays, language accreditation is an essential requirement when it comes to demonstrating linguistic competence of the language. The increasing demand for foreign language knowledge has given rise to certification processes that cover various types of exams and evaluation centers.
French Ministry of Education – DELF/DALF
(Available in Ecuador)
The DELF (Diploma of French Language Studies) certifies levels A1, A2, B1 and B2, and the DALF (Advanced Diploma in French Language) certifies levels C1 and C2.
These certificates are internationally recognized and do not expire; there is a different exam for each level. There are numerous authorized centers around the world to take the exam, such as the Alliance Française or the Institut de Français.
Centro international d’études pédagogiques (CIEP) – TCF (Test de connaissance du français)
(Available in Ecuador)
The TCF is a level test in French that serves to quickly and easily prove your command of the language. This exam aims to measure your knowledge of French and place you in one of the 6 levels recognized by the CEFR, whether for academic, professional or personal reasons.
The body in charge of carrying out this exam is the Center international d'études pédagogiques (CIEP), which has authorized centers around the world.
E-TEF
(Available in Ecuador)
The TEF is an international reference exam conceived and distributed by the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry that aims to measure the level of knowledge and linguistic skills in French of candidates whose mother tongue is not French and who therefore Academic or work reasons have to justify their level of French.
E-TEFAQ
(Available in Ecuador)
The French Assessment Test for Access to Quebec (TEFAQ) is a general French exam distributed by the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry and whose objective is to measure the level of knowledge and skills in French. Intended for anyone over 16 years of age.
E-TEF CANADA
(Available in Ecuador)
The TEF Canada is an exam recognized by the Canadian Federal Government and the Ministry of Diversity and Inclusion of Quebec and is mandatory to submit an application for access to Canadian nationality or a permanent immigration permit to the Canadian Federation or the province of Quebec. Anyone over 16 years of age can take this exam, regardless of their nationality and language of origin.
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