CELPIP Overview & Scoring
Lesson 1 of 17 in CELPIP-General Preparation · 25 minutes
Understand the CELPIP General test format, scoring system, registration process, and what to expect on test day. Learn how CELPIP scores map to CLB levels and Express Entry points.
What you'll learn
- Understand the CELPIP-General test format and structure
- Know the scoring system (levels 0-12) and how levels match CLB
- Understand the computer-delivered format and timing
- Learn about registration, costs, and test dates
From the lesson
What Is CELPIP?
The Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) is a Canadian English test made by Paragon Testing Enterprises. You take it on a computer at an official test centre. It uses Canadian English and everyday Canadian situations.
There are two versions: - CELPIP-General tests all four skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. IRCC accepts it for permanent residence (for example, Express Entry) and for citizenship. - CELPIP-General LS tests only listening and speaking. IRCC accepts it for citizenship, but NOT for permanent residence. (See the next lesson.)
For Express Entry, IRCC accepts three English tests — CELPIP-General, IELTS General Training and PTE…