WHO TAKES THE CELT?
The CELT is especially appropriate for young students and adults who wish to measure their English language proficiency as non-native speakers.
WHAT IS THE CELT?
The CELT is a placement test of English as a second or foreign language at the intermediate and upper intermediate levels. Is is not based on any particular syllabus.
HOW IS THE CELT STRUCTURED?
The CELT is a multiple choice test divided into three sections:
1. Listening: a measure of the ability to comprehend short statements, questions, and dialogues as spoken by native speakers of English.
2. Structure: a measure of the ability to manipulate the grammatical structures occurring in spoken English.
3. Vocabulary: a measure of the understanding of the kinds of lexical items which occur in advanced English reading.
Time required for administering the complete CELT is approximately 2 and a quarter hours.
A Language Proficiency Interview (optional) is administered during the CELT. This interview assesses the oral-skills production of the examinee.
HOW IS THE CELT SCORED?
Each section of the exam is scored on a numerical scale from 0 to 100. The results of the oral interview appear in the verbal description chart.
WHAT IS THE REGISTRATION PROCESS?
All candidates should register one week prior to the test date and complete a registration form.