- You want to add an independent evaluation of your ability to communicate in French to your résumé : the TEF covers the widest range of levels
T.E.F. (Test d’évaluation de français)
This test was conceived and is administered by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris (CCIP). It is not a diploma. It evaluates, at a given moment, a candidate’s ability to communicate in French, from an elementary level up to advanced.
The creation and correction of the tests take place in Paris (apart from the oral expression elements which are evaluated by the Alliance Française of Cape Town).
The results are presented to the candidate with personalised comments and valid for one year.
Description
- Written Comprehension (50 questions - 1 hour)
- Oral Comprehension (60 questions - 40 minutes)
- Vocabulary and structure (40 questions - 30 minutes) NB : The method of scoring eliminates the chances of getting a good result by sheer guesswork : 3 points are given for a correct answer, 0 points if no answer is proposed, and -1 points for a wrong answer.
2 optional elements :
- Written Expression (2 texts to be produced - 1 hour)
- Oral Expression (2 subjects - 35 minutes, preparation time included)
Pertinence of the TEF
Candidates may decide to measure their linguistic ability regularly or from time to time with the TEF.
An employer may choose candidates using this evaluation as a reliable, independent and recognised standard.
Foreigners wishing to obtain their permanent residence visa as a skilled worker in Canada must present a dossier and obtain 75 points out of a possible 100 for various criteria in order to be considered. The TEF is the only test recognised by Citizenship and Immigration Canada as a means of evaluating French language skills. For immigrations to Quebec only, see the TEFaQ test.
Timetable TEF exam may be organized in 2 to 3 weeks from the date registration has been made and all fees paid by the candidate.
Price Tests
Electronic version « eTEF » :
- All 3 obligatory elements R1800
- Each optional element R580
- All 5 elements R2,960.00
Preparatory Work
Each candidate will receive a guide book giving recommendations and including examples of test questions. The Alliance Française of Cape Town could offer specific preparatory classes if enough students are interested.
