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Bright Language Test
Whether you are planning to study at a Canadian educational institution where English is the language of instruction or are looking for a quick and reliable way to find out your level of English (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, or CEFRL), the Bright Language Test is an excellent option for proving that you have the language skills required.
To register for the Bright Language Test
- A registration request must be made at least one week in advance. To register, please contact us by email at infolang@ymcaquebec.org or by telephone at 514-687-9622 (Montreal) or 1-833-505-9622 (outside Montreal).
- The school will send you an email with the instructions to follow to create your account and pay. The test can be taken in French or in English and is held in person at our downtown Montréal campus on Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m.
- On the day of your test, please arrive 15 minutes early and make sure you have a valid piece of ID with you (passport, driver’s licence, or health insurance card).
Bright Language Test Preparation Course
To get more information, write to us at infolang@ymcaquebec.org or call us at 514-687-9622 (Montreal) or 1-833-505-9622 (outside of Montreal).
The International Service for Spanish Language Assessment (SIELE)
SIELE
SIELE evaluates and certifies Spanish proficiency and is promoted by the Instituto Cervantes (IC), the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), the University of Salamanca (USAL), and the University of Buenos Aires. The YMCA International Language School is a testing centre for the SIELE exam.The exam can be taken online or in person.
Official Test Preparation Courses
Preparation course for the Test d’évaluation du français adapté pour le Québec (TEFAQ)
Evening course – in person
This course is aimed at individuals who need to pass the B2 level of the TEFAQ test. It helps learners improve their oral comprehension and expression to meet the language requirements to immigrate to Québec or for admission to a Francophone university.
Monday and Wednesday | From 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- In-person
- 2 classes per week
- 42 hours of classes per session | 7 weeks
- Price per session: $580
Placement Tests
The oral and written placement test are required if the school has not assigned you a level yet or if your last course was completed over 6 months ago.
Preparation course for the Test de français international (TFI)
Evening course – Online
This course is for people who need to present proof of French proficiency for admission to certain Québec universities.
- Online
- 2 classes per week
- 42 hours of classes per session | 7 weeks
- Price per session: $485
Placement Tests
The oral and written placement test are required if the school has not assigned you a level yet or if your last course was completed over 6 months ago.
Preparation course for the Test de connaissance du français (TCF)
Day course – In person / Evening course – Online
This course is for people who need to present proof of French proficiency for university admission or to immigrate to Canada.
Placement Tests
The oral and written placement test are required if the school has not assigned you a level yet or if your last course was completed over 6 months ago.
Preparation course for the Test de connaissance du français pour le Québec (TCFQ)
Preparation course for the Test de connaissance du français pour le Québec (TCFQ)
Placement Tests
The oral and written placement test are required if the school has not assigned you a level yet or if your last course was completed over 6 months ago.
Official Test Preparation Courses
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Preparation Course
Our IELTS Prep course trains students to develop their academic English proficiency in preparation for the IELTS exam, which is an admission prerequisite for certain universities. It also prepares students to take the General IELTS test needed for immigration and employment purposes.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Preparation Course
In our TOEFL Prep course, students receive strategies and tips to develop four key skills: reading, listening, speaking, and writing. With regular, detailed feedback from highly qualified instructors, the course prepares students for academic English proficiency at the university level and helps learners who wish to enrich their advanced English vocabulary and improve their critical thinking skills.
Test for English for International Communication (TOEIC) Preparation Course
Our TOEIC Prep course helps learners develop the language proficiency required for professional and career development in an international environment. Proficiency levels demonstrate communication mastery in English within the business, commerce, and industrial fields.
