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CELPIP Score Concordance
The chart below shows how CELPIP scores correspond to the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB), the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), and Australia's Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English proficiency levels.
| CELPIP Test Level Descriptor | CELPIP Level | CLB Level | CEFR Level | Australia DHA Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert proficiency in high-stakes social, educational, or workplace contexts | 12 | 12 | C2 |
Superior English – At least:
Proficient English – At least:
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| Advanced proficiency in high-stakes social, educational, or workplace contexts | 11 | 11 | C1 | |
| Highly effective proficiency in some high-stakes social, educational, or workplace contexts | 10 | 10 | C1 | |
| Effective proficiency in some high-stakes social, educational, or workplace contexts | 9 | 9 | B2 |
Proficient English – At least:
|
| Good proficiency in more demanding social, educational, or workplace contexts | 8 | 8 | B2 | |
| Adequate proficiency in somewhat demanding social, educational, or workplace contexts | 7 | 7 | B2 | Competent English – At least a CELPIP 7 for each component |
| Developing proficiency everyday social, educational, or workplace contexts | 6 | 6 | B1 | |
| Acquiring proficiency in everyday social, educational, or workplace contexts | 5 | 5 | B1 | Vocational English – at least a CELPIP 5 for each component |
| Adequate proficiency for daily life activities | 4 | 4 | A2 | / |
| Some proficiency in limited contexts | 3 | 3 | A2 | / |
| Limited ability in contexts related to immediate needs | 2 | 1, 2 | A1 | / |
| Insufficient information to assess | 1 | / | / | / |
| Insufficient information to assess | 0 | / | / | / |
| Not Administered: test taker did not receive this test component | NA | / | / | / |
Who Accepts CELPIP Tests
The CELPIP Tests are officially accepted by several governments, professional organizations, colleges, universities, and employers
Why Accept CELPIP?
CELPIP is officially accepted by several governments, professional organizations, colleges, universities, and employers.
Accuracy & Validity
Offers a robust four-skill measurement as a trusted assessment using tasks grounded in real social, educational, or workplace contexts
Scores and Identity Verification System (SIVS)
With the Scores and Identity Verification System (SIVS), organizations can quickly access an online solution for verifying test taker scores
Aligned to Global Standards
Originally developed at the University of British Columbia (UBC) for proficiency testing, CELPIP is aligned with CLB and CEFR standards
CELPIP Test Format
The CELPIP Test is a four-component English assessment that evaluates test taker’s English speaking, reading, listening, and writing skills.
CELPIP Test Availability
The CELPIP Test is available at over 200 locations, including Australia, Canada, and internationally.
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Resources for Score Users
Organizations that use CELPIP scores to measure the English proficiency of their members will have access to the following resources:
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Guidebook for Score Users
This guidebook provides details about the test format, availability, p...
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Scores and Identity Verification System
The CELPIP SIVS provides organizations with an online solution for ver...
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Webinars and Workshops
Test takers from your organization will have access to free webinars a...
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Study Materials
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