The NCLC are national standards established by Canadian immigration services. They assess language proficiency levels in the country's official languages (English and French).people who want to work in Canada.
Taking the TEF Canada allows you to assess your level based on the NCLC: the score obtained on the test is equivalent to a level of the NCLC and provides information on your mastery of the French language. The NCLC are similar to the CECLR, however, with some differences ( The NCLC/CEFR differences ).
How many levels are there?
There are 12 levels divided into three stages: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Each stage is further divided into four communication levels: basic, progressing, adequate, and advanced.These levels have been established for each skill: oral and written comprehension, oral and written expression.Indeed, a person may, for example, be very comfortable speaking but have poor written skills. The NCLC therefore provides an observation of their level in these different skills.
Beginner
Intermediate
Advance
Level 1: Basic
Level 5: Basic
Level 9: Basic
Level 2: In progress
Level 6: Progressing
Level 10: Progressing
Level 3: Adequate
Level 7: Adequate
Level 11: Adequate
Level 4: Advanced
Level 8: Advanced
Level 12: Advanced
Use of NCLC
Second language users can take the TEF Canada to obtain their NCLC level and thus attest to their mastery of French when required (for example, to take courses at university or to get a job).On average, a level 7 or higher is recommended for hiring.
