CELPIP PREPARATION COURSE

As an aspiring international student, if you wish to study in a foreign college/university in a predominantly English-speaking country, it is extremely important for you to be proficient in English language for purposes of conversation and understanding. This English proficiency is analyzed through various language proficiency tests like IELTS, TOEFL, and CELPIP. Every year, hundreds of thousands of students take the test to secure admission in a foreign university. 

HIGHLIGHTS:

Parameters	Description
Official name of CELPIP	Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program
Testing authority	Paragon Testing Enterprises, a subsidiary of University of British Columbia
Parent country	Canada
Type of exam	English Language Assessment
Parts	4
Exam Fees	INR 10, 845+ taxes
Minimum score required for PR in Canada	5 or higher in each component
Exam duration	CELPIP General: 3 hoursCELPIP General LS: 1 hour and 10 minutes

CELPIP stands for the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program which counts as Canada’s general English language test. CELPIP test scores are important for purposes of immigrating to Canada as also professional designation. Primarily designed for the non-native speakers, CELPIP has become quite a popular language proficiency test among students due to its question pattern and academic nature. The CELPIP questions are practical-based, and analyze the English language skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 

The test content is handpicked and designed by an international team of professionals and experts following extensive study to guarantee that the exam is objective and fair. 

CELPIP scores generally range from Level 0 to Level 12. While Levels 0-2 indicate minimal language proficiency, Level 12 indicates advanced proficiency in English Language. 

As mentioned earlier, therefore, a standard CELPIP test evaluates the following language skills of an individual:

• Reading
• Writing
• Speaking
• Listening 

CLB Level	CELPIP Level	CElPIP Descriptor
0,1,2	M	Minimal proficiency or insufficient information to assess
3	3	Some proficiency in limited contexts
4	4	Adequate proficiency for day to day activities
5	5	Acquiring proficiency in workplace and community context
6	6	Developing proficiency in workplace and community contexts
7	7	Adequate proficiency in workplace and community contexts
8	8	Good proficiency in workplace and community contexts
9	9	Effective proficiency in workplace and community contexts
10	10	Highly effective proficiency in workplace and community contexts
11	11	Advanced proficiency in workplace and community contexts
12	12	Advanced proficiency in workplace and community contexts

CELPIP LEVEL FOR READING TEST

Reading Score Out of 38	CELPIP Level
0-7	M
8-11	3
10-16	4
15-20	5
19-25	6
24-28	7
28-31	8
31-33	9
33-38	10-12

CELPIP LEVEL FOR LISTENING TEST

Listening Score Out of 38	CELPIP Level
0-7	M
7-12	3
11-18	4
17-23	5
22-28	6
27-31	7
30-33	8
33-35	9
35-38	10-12

CELPIP SCORE IN SPEAKING

The CELPIP Score in Speaking depends on the following factors:

Coherence: 

This test analyzes the speaker’s ability to present information in a clear and precise manner. 

Vocabulary: 

The candidate’s speaking skills are analyzed on the basis of the use of words, phrases, and idioms. 

Listenability: 

Speakers are assessed on the basis of their grammatical structures, a fluent rhythm, intonation, and pronunciation in the given task. 

Task fulfillment: 

Every candidate is assessed on the basis of their ability to express the given situation along with its relevance to the assigned topic. The candidate must present the situation in a proper tone to the examiner. 

CELPIP SCORE IN WRITING

The CELPIP Score in writing depends on the following factors:

Coherence: 

This test assesses the writer’s ability to express formal and informal text through well-developed ideas containing details and descriptions. 

Vocabulary: 

Candidates are assigned scores on the basis of choice of words and phrases. 

Readability:

Candidates are assessed on the basis of the use of complex grammatical structures, ideas, and transition between paragraphs showing a nice flow of thoughts. 

Task fulfillment: 

Candidates are assessed on the basis of their ability to respond to the task with well-structured ideas. 

WHY IS THE CELPIP TEST IMPORTANT? 

Being a land of opportunities, Canada welcomes immigrants from across the globe. Correspondingly, many immigrants share the desire of immigrating to Canada to either attend a reputed college/university, or get a better pay by taking advantage of a plethora of employment opportunities. Therefore, to immigrate to a predominantly English-speaking country, it is an essential requirement for you to be proficient in the English language, for purposes of understanding and conversation. 

Countries conduct English Language Proficiency Tests to analyze the language proficiency of international students seeking admission to a foreign university, or looking for employment opportunities abroad. In the Canadian context therefore, the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program or CELPIP, becomes very important for you. 

Below-mentioned are some reasons why the CELPIP test is important for you:

• This test is recognized by the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), making it a valid English Language Proficiency Test for purposes of immigrating to Canada. 
• The CELPIP test is also important for you if you intend to live and work in Canada, as many Canadian employers look for skilled foreign workers who are proficient in the English language. 
• A good CELPIP test score is a major requirement for most Canadian immigration programs including the Federal Skilled Worker Program, Canadian Experience Class, and Federal Skilled Trades Program. 

CELPIP TEST

The CELPIP test is a computerized English Language Proficiency Test that seeks to evaluate an individual’s English Language Skills with respect to real-life situations. The test primarily comprises four key components: Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening. 

There are two types of CELPIP tests as described below: 

CELPIP GENERAL

This test is taken by persons seeking a permanent residency status in Canada through a variety of provincial nominee programs, and Federal Skilled Workers Program, Federal Skilled Trades Program, and Canadian Experience Class. This test has been authorized by the IRCC. 

CELPIP GENERAL LS

This test assesses the listening and speaking skills of the candidates. This test has been designed for those who are required to demonstrate their speaking and listening skills to acquire permanent residence in Canada. 

CELPIP EXAM CENTERS IN INDIA

• New Delhi
• Karnataka 
• Haryana
• Maharashtra 
• Chandigarh
• Tamil Nadu
• Telangana 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE CELPIP TEST?

In order to register for the CELPIP test, candidates must pay using a money order. The registration fee for the CELPIP test is INR 10,845+ taxes. Candidates can apply for the CELPIP test through: 

• Email
• In-person
• Online 

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