CELPIP

As, different modules of English language i.e. Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking are involved in the test so coordinated support system is provided for each one of them. For example, a computer mouse and a keyboard is given to the test takers for Reading and Writing sections of CELPIP whereas a computer microphone and a headset is provided for Listening and Speaking components.

Why Take CELPIP?
The CELPIP Tests are Canada's leading general English tests for immigration and professional designation.

Done in just one sitting and includes features such as a personal timer, word counter, and spell-check

Easy-to-understand English and vocabulary taken from everyday situations

Available online in just 4 to 5 calendar days after the test date

The CELPIP Test allows test takers to demonstrate their ability to function in English. The test clearly, accurately, and precisely assesses a test taker’s English abilities in a variety of everyday situations, such as communicating with co-workers and superiors in the workplace, interacting with friends, understanding newscasts, and interpreting and responding to written materials.

Who Accepts CELPIP
The CELPIP Tests prove English language proficiency for immigration purposes and professional designation.

The CELPIP Tests are accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for a variety of permanent residency and immigration streams, as well as for professional certification for a number of organizations

ORGANIZATIONS ACCEPTING CELPIP

In addition to ICCRC, Real Estate Council of British Columbia and IRCC, the organizations that accept the CELPIP Test results for English Language Proficiency are listed below:

• Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
• Organizational employment requirements
• Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA)
• NorQuest College ELP (English Language Proficiency)
• BC Health Care Assistant (HCA) Program
• Real Estate Council of British Columbia (RECBC)
• Alberta Institute of Massage
• Alberta Human Services – Child Care Staff Certification
• Association of Saskatchewan Realtors
• Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
• TLC-Edmonton Training for Foreign Caregivers
• Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC)

CELPIP - General total test time is about 3 hours and is done in one sitting
Listening
Listen to passages and answer questions
47–55 minutes
Reading
Read passages and answer questions
55–60 minutes
Writing
Respond to questions with written answers
53–60 minutes
Speaking
Reply to on-screen prompts verbally
15–20 minutes

• CELPIP General Test – It comprises of all the 4 modules i.e. Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. The time duration for CELPIP General Test is 3 hours.
• CELPIP General LS Test – It consists of 2 modules i.e. Listening and Speaking. The time duration provided for CELPIP General LS Test is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

• Time saved in any of the modules/questions is not carried forward to the next task.
• After the time allotted for each question is over the test will automatically move to the next task.
• Notes taking skill is important in the listening section because questions cannot be seen when the audio is played and questions are also based on videos, it is important to observe things like clothing, furniture, ambience etc. of the video conversation.
• Reading tasks can be completely picture based.
• The minimum word count for both the writing tasks is 150 to 200 words.
• Speaking is like doing 8 cue card topics one after the other, there are no follow up questions.