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Are you looking for the right English test? Is a good score important for you? There are lots of ESL tests, and it can be hard to know to know which test is best. On this page, we give you a brief overview of a few of our favorites. Plus links to our free tests. Please contact us to learn more. +31 20 823 0569.
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Cost? 90 euro.
Location? Online at your home or office.
Modular? This test has one module covering “use of English” and listening.
All four skills? No, just 2: listening and speaking.
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Cost? 90 euro.
Location? Online at your home or office.
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Take the Oxford Online Placement Test, English Center Test of Spoken English and English Center test of Written English.
Cost: 210 euro
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This test is very convenient, reliable and well-priced test. It does not test speaking and writing, but we really like this test a lot. The Oxford Online Placement Test helps place test takers in an appropriate level language course and is used as a quick measure of a test taker’s general language ability. Trainers can use this test to decide what level of course is needed, and human resources departments can use it to check the English level of employees.
Oxford Online Placement Test
Cost? 30 euro.
Location? Online at your home or office.
Modular? This test has one module covering use of English and listening.
This test evaluates: reading/use of English and listening.
Adaptive? Yes, the test gets easier or harder based on your answers.
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The TOEIC® has a 40 year international history of assessing English-language proficiency in the workplace. It is an industry leader and is used by 14,000+ organizations in more than 160 countries. The parent company, ETS, is the world’s largest testing organization and is the top brand in the USA; well known for its SAT and GRE tests.
The TOEIC® offers a complete, accurate picture of proficiency in all four language skills. And with scores mapped to Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages, the comprehensive and comparable data received helps companies make better-informed decisions.
The TOEIC® promises to help companies hire, train and promote the most proficient candidates to build a stronger team, and to cultivate stronger talent for the international marketplace.
Testing sessions are arranged through local ETS Preferred Network (EPN) members, such as The English Center.
TOEIC® – Details
Cost? Ask us.
Location? Official test centers, such as Amsterdam World Trade Center + many locations worldwide.
Modular? Yes, choose 1,2 or 3 modules.
All four skills? Yes.
Adaptive? Yes, the test gets easier or harder based on your answers.
Online? Paper & pencil and online.
Cambridge is, of course, the most recognized name in the European ESL (English as a Second Language) testing market. We are very enthusiastic about the new Linguaskill test for business clients. Linguaskill is a quick and convenient online test to help organizations check the English levels of individuals and groups of candidates. The Cambridge Linguaskill test evaluates all four language skills: speaking, writing, reading and listening.
The test provides accurate results within 48 hours, and can be easily administered and invigilated (supervised) at your own venue at a time that suits you. Results are aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), the international standard for describing language ability.
Linguaskill – Details
Cost? Ask us.
Location? Your office.
Modular? Yes, choose 1, 2 or 3 modules.
All four skills? Yes
Adaptive? Yes, the test gets easier or harder based on your answers.
Online? Yes, 100% online.
This exam suite includes the B1 Business Preliminary, the B2 Business Vantage and the C1 Business Higher. These leveled exams are internationally accepted and provide a top-notch lifetime certificate. An exam prep course is strongly recommended. The exams take place at an approved test center. These are highly respected tests, but these exams do not deliver convenience for busy people and companies.
This test is very popular as a university entrance exam test. We offer private IELTS training. Read more about the IELTS test here.
Individual: Test preparation is always recommended to achieve the needed score. A private test prep course provides motivation, support and a strong path to success with lots of support and guidance. Contact us to learn more or arrange a free consultation.
Corporate: Many companies want a preparation course to precede the test. This approach provides motivation, support and a better track to success with clear performance results. Contact us to discuss testing and test prep training for your company.
The English Center provides university test proctoring services for distance learning students. Contact us to learn more.
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Reference for this blogpost: Common European Frame of Reference
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