S 2 Ep 8 – CELPIP & CAEL English Tests | Alison from Paragon Testing Enterprises

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Do you need to take your CELPIP or CAEL English test? These tests are officially designated for Canadian permanent residence applications by IRCC; as well as required for study in Canada and many professional designations.

In this special expert episode, we sit down with Alison Chan from Paragon Testing Enterprises.
She tells us everything we need to know about these English language tests and shares some of her best test preparation and test-taking tips.

You don’t want to miss:

  • The biggest challenges that people face when trying to learn English.
  • The reasons behind English language proficiency testing in Canada.
  • Definitions of the CELPIP & CAEL tests and what they are needed for.
  • Where you can take your test and what to expect when you get to a test centre.
  • More information regarding the $5,000 scholarship for CAEL students.
  • The best study tips and tools to get your desired score.
  • Advice for acclimatising better to Canadian culture.

PLUS, examples of what you could be asked for each of the test’s components: Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading.

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