The most important international language examinations

• 1.  TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication)
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  The TOEIC test is the global standard for professional English.
  It is accepted as evidence of language competence by more than 14,000
  international companies in 160 countries and is also recognized by the
  German Federal Employment Agency (Bundesagentur für Arbeit). With more
  than 7 million candidates annually, TOEIC tests are the world’s most
  frequently performed language tests for professional English.

  TOEIC is suitable for all language levels and assesses either two or four language competences
  depending on the test: TOEIC Listening and Reading, TOEIC Speaking and Writing, or TOEIC 4Skills,
  which combines all four areas of competence.

• 2.  TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
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  TOEFL tests are used for school and academic purposes, and are often demanded by universities and academic
  institutions as an admission requirement. A distinction is made between the internationally
  widely used TOEFL iBT (“Internet Based Test”) and the TOEFL ITP (“Institutional
  Testing Program”). Which of the two tests is required depends on the country and
  institution and should be clarified in advance. In addition, the TOEFL Primary and TOEFL
  Junior are available for school age learners.

• 3.  IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
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  The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a test of English language skills and
  recognized globally by more than 11,000 organizations in over 140 countries. It is used, for example,
  in English speaking countries to proof English skills for work, study or emigration. The test focuses
  on the areas of listening, reading, writing and speaking. Grading is done on a scale of 1-9.

• 4.  telc (The European Language Certificates)
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  The telc language certificates are required for training, study and employment,
  and are internationally recognized by many organizations. The tests assess skills
  in listening, reading, speaking and writing and are available for a total of 10 languages.

  In Germany, the telc German test is often required as evidence of language competence for
  immigration, naturalization or family reunification purposes. In addition, it is integrated
  into the framework of BAMF German courses.

• 5.  DELF (Diplôme d’études de langue française)
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  Those wishing to confirm their French language skills can select the DELF examination.
  Here, academic and professional knowledge of French is tested.

• 6.  VPET (Versant Professional English Test)
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  The VPET (Versant Professional English Test) is a 60-minute comprehensive proficiency test for
  English that measures your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. The test can be
  used for evaluation as part of a business English course, or for development and advancement
  purposes. You can easily take the test online. The test result is available after a few minutes.
  The VPET language test replaces the LCCI language exam.

• 7.  PTE (Pearson Test of English)
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  The PTE (Pearson Test of English) has been offered by the company Pearson Education Ltd
  since 2009. It is a good alternative to the well-known TOEFL test. The test is recognized
  by more than 130 universities and organizations worldwide. It focuses on “international”
  English skills, not only British or American English. It is administered at certified
  test centers such as Berlitz Hamburg.

• 8.  Cambridge (Cambridge English Language Assessment)
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  The Cambridge English exams are internationally recognized as proof of qualified English
  language proficiency for non-native speakers – both by international universities and by
  companies. It consists of a series of language exams offered for different levels of
  proficiency, from beginner to advanced.

• 9.  Berlitz Language Tests
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  In addition to the official language examinations, Berlitz also offers language tests with a certificate.
  The tests are administered only online and are ideal whenever a valid proof of language skills is needed
  quickly, flexible, and cost-effective. They are ideal, for instance, for companies that wish to have
  applicants tested as part of a recruiting process. An additional advantage is the significantly broader
  selection of test languages. These variants are available:

  • Berlitz Test of Listening and Reading Skills (BTLR)
  • Simulated Oral Proficiency Interview (SOPI)
  • Writing Proficiency Exam (WPE)