Exams   EF Toronto offers Cambridge courses year round, beginning 2-3 months before the exam date.  Depending on student demand, we may also offer TOEFL, TOEIC, and IELTS courses, or we may offer SPIN (Special Interest) classes to help you prepare for these exams.   To see an online video about the exams offered at EF featuring our very own Steve Allen, click HERE.   If you have any further questions, please see Jason Hogan, Exams Coordinator. Jason is often available in the Academic Office, or you can request an appointment by email: jason.hogan@ef.com   Click on the type of exam you are interested in: Cambridge-ESOL Certificates IELTS TOEFL TOEIC             Cambridge-ESOL Certificates To register for this test, or to find out more about costs, locations and test dates, click HERE.   A world of opportunity The Cambridge ESOL General English suite of exams has a wide choice of certificates reflecting the very different needs and abilities of people. Our certificates cover basic exams for those beginning to learn English, through to advanced certificates for those who have attained a high level of fluency.   Our exams are recognised around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English. These certificates never expire, and will not need to be renewed — they are an achievement for life. Language ability and 'Can Do' All of our exams are aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) — an internationally recognized framework which Cambridge ESOL helped to develop. The framework uses six levels to describe language ability from A1 to C2. Once you have passed one of our exams, there is a clear pathway ahead for you as your abilities and confidence improve.   The Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE) has devised 'Can Do' statements to describe the framework levels in terms of practical skills, such as writing a letter or understanding an announcement. Our tests are based around these real language skills which will give you confidence to use English in real situations.   General English exams FCE (First Certificate in English) FCE is aimed at people who can use everyday written and spoken English at an upper-intermediate level. It is an ideal exam for people who want to use English for work or study purposes.   CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) CAE is an exam for advanced users of English. This exam is aimed at people who can use written and spoken English for most professional and social purposes. It is widely recognised for work or study purposes . CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) CPE is Cambridge ESOL's most advanced exam. It is aimed at people who can use English for professional or study purposes.   [back to the top]                 IELTS, International English Language Testing System  To register for this test, or to find out more about costs, locations and test dates, click HERE.   IELTS is recognized by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and the USA. It is also recognized by professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies.   Please refer to a full list of recognizing organizations on the IELTS website www.ielts.org   Academic and General Training IELTS is available in two formats – Academic and General Training.   The Academic Module assesses whether a candidate is ready to study or train in the medium of English at an undergraduate or postgraduate level. Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses should be based on the results of this module.   The General Training Module emphasizes basic survival skills in a broad social and educational context. General Training is suitable for candidates who are going to English-speaking countries to complete their secondary education, to undertake work experience or training programs not at degree level, or for immigration purposes to Australia, Canada and New Zealand.   If in doubt about which module to take, contact the organization to which you are applying for their requirements.   [back to the top]                 TOEFL - Test Of English as a Foreign Language To register for this test, or to find out more about costs, locations and test dates, click HERE.   The TOEFL test gives you more choices about where you want to study. TOEFL is accepted by more institutions than any other English-language test in the world — including the top colleges and universities. See a list of 6,000+ institutions in 110 countries (PDF), including almost every university in the USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada, that rely on TOEFL scores for admissions, scholarship and graduation decisions. The TOEFL test gives you more convenience and flexibility. The entire test is taken in one day, which saves you travel time and costs. And, there are more than 4,000 test centers to choose from. You can retake the test in just 7 days, if you want to improve your scores. The TOEFL test gives you the skills you need to communicate in real-life, academic situations. In the classroom and on campus, you will be able to communicate your ideas effectively. Listen to lectures, read textbooks and online research, write academic papers and e-mails, and speak with other students and professors. [back to the top]               TOEIC - Test of English for International Communication To register for this test, or to find out more about costs, locations and test dates, click HERE.   The global standard for measuring English language skills for business More than 4.5 million people each year take the TOEIC tests to advance their careers. And, for more than 25 years, TOEIC test scores have helped thousands of corporations, educational institutions and governments throughout the world recruit, hire and promote the most qualified candidates.   The new TOEIC Speaking and Writing Tests have been added to the TOEIC English-language learning product line. They complement the TOEIC Listening and Reading Test for a full assessment of a person's ability to communicate in English across all four language skills.   Business, Industry, Government... Listening and Reading  Speaking and Writing  Universities, Colleges, Schools... Listening and Reading  Speaking and Writing  [back to the top]