What is TEF Canada?
Whether you are a student or an employee, if you want to study or work in Canada, you have probably already heard of TEF Canada. This Evaluation Test of French allows you to assess your mastery of the French language, whether for academic purposes, for a student who would like to enter a university, or for professional purposes, such as for someone who would like to join a company.
THE TEF Canada , not to be confused with the TEF IRN ( What is the level required for French nationality? ) or the TEFAQ (to immigrate to Quebec), is intended for those wishing to immigrate and work throughout Canadian territory: it is mandatory to obtain Canadian nationality .
The test assesses your level based on the NCLC scale, the Canadian Language Proficiency Levels ( NCLC Explanations ).
What does the test look like?
The requirements for the TEF exams vary depending on your objective. If you want to immigrate to Canada, you will have to take a TEF exam. oral and written comprehension as well as an oral and written expression test . A citizenship application, on the other hand, only requires passing an oral and written expression test. listening comprehension and speaking . The test is done on computer or on paper, depending on the examination centers ( How is the TEF conducted ).
- The reading comprehension lasts 60 minutes: there are 40 questions for a total of 699 points.
- The listening comprehension lasts 40 minutes: there are 40 questions for a total of 699 points.
- The written expression lasts 60 minutes: there are two subjects to cover for a total of 699 points.
- The oral expression lasts 15 minutes: there are two subjects to cover for a total of 699 points.
The TEF results
Your results will be emailed to you within 4 to 6 weeks of taking the test. You'll receive your score for each test and a total score between 0+ and 7, based on the CEFR scale. Your certificate will take a little longer; you'll also receive it by email.
Preparation for the TEF
