The CELPIP Test, which uses the English commonly spoken in Canada, consists of two versions: CELPIP-General and CELPIP-General LS.
The CELPIP-General Test consists of the following components, totaling about 3 hours:
· Listening (47-55 minutes)
· Reading (55-60 minutes)
· Writing (53-60 minutes)
· Speaking (15-20 minutes)
While the CELPIP-General LS Test contains of only two components: listening and speaking.
The writing test has two tasks. In task 1, which is 27 minutes long, you will be asked to write an email in response to a situation. Task 2 is 26 minutes long, and you will be asked to respond to a survey and write about the option you chose and why.
Be Patient
Be patient throughout the exam and follow all the instructions. The exam is three hours long and will test you, but stay calm and try not to rush through the sections in frustration. Take the breaks the test gives you to think of your response. Apart from giving you a moment to collect your thoughts, these breaks also give you a breather.
Writing tip 1: Each time you feel getting frustrated with the length of the exam, take a deep breath, think of the larger purpose of taking the test and continue.
Make mental notes
Because there’s not much time before the start of every section, making mental notes for each question may help. Think about things like how should I open, what should I say in the next paragraph, then the next, then finally how I should close the letter.
However, if you’re more comfortable, you can scribble your thoughts in the paper the test centre will provide you with. Make a quick outline and write down all your ideas and thoughts in the order you will expand on them.
Also note that because the word limit is 150-200 words for task 1, don’t bother about starting with a greeting like dear sir and madam or a subject line. Neither do you need to close the letter with ‘regards’ or ‘yours faithfully.’ Focus only on the main content.
Writing tip 2: Make sure your sentences are monotonous. There should be variations. For example, don’t say: I am writing to you…I feel…I think. Instead, use variations like, Because this is a serious matter, I believe…or For the sake of this argument, let’s say…Essentially, use different sentence structures and vocabulary.
Grammar, Vocabulary, Word Choice
A good vocabulary, error-free writing, and appropriate word choices can get you higher scores.
Writing tip 3: To write better, you need to read more. Go your local library and pick up fiction or a non-fiction book and give yourself a week or a two-week deadline to finish the book before starting a new one. Note down words you find difficult to understand, learn their meaning and how to use them in a sentence. If you do this often enough, your communication will continue to become richer.
Word Count is important
As far as possible, stick to the word count limit. You may go over or under by about 5-10 words, but that should be the extent of it. The word count feature will only tell you the number of words. It won’t warn you that you have gone over. It’s your responsibility to keep an eye on it. The suggested word count limits are there for a reason. You can go under or above a little but as far as possible stick to the word count.
Writing tip 4: If you’re over the word limit, don’t panic. Go line by line and cut down anything that doesn’t contribute to the overall message.
Revise, revise, revise
Once you finish the section, go through it once or twice to catch any typos or spelling errors. When you keep some time for revision, you may notice things you may have missed earlier. Revising can help you reduce your mistakes if any. So don’t skip this part.
Writing tip 5: Take the CELPIP writing sample test that is available on the official paragon testing website. The first time, do it without revising or editing and check the score you get. The second time around, take the time to review. Also note the time it takes for you to finish the test.
Why CELPIP?
CELPIP is widely accepted and helps you prove English language proficiency for*:
a. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
b. Real Estate Council of Alberta and British Columbia (RECBC)
c. Association of Saskatchewan Realtors
d. Alberta Human Services – Child Care Staff Certification
e. BC Corrections
f. BC Health Care Assistant (HCA) Program
g. Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC)
h. Professional Business Accountants’ Society of Canada
i. Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
j. TLC-Edmonton Training for Foreign Caregivers
k. Organizational employment requirements
Sign up for a CELPIP Prep Course
Whether you’re taking CELPIP for the first time, or are retaking the test to improve your scores, Ashton’s CELPIP preparation program is perfect for you.
Check out these blogs for tips on speaking, listening and reading components.
Why Ashton College?
· Our program focuses on each of the CELPIP Test components: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking
· You become familiar and comfortable with the format before taking the test
· We only have small class sizes and experienced teachers, which ensures personalized attention
· In-class assignments improve your English language skills and vocabulary.
· Take-home exercises and assignments reinforce your learning
· Learn with other like-minded individuals
Enrol today and start working towards getting your desired CELPIP test score. Our Speaking module begins soon.
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