New Language Testing Option for CEC (CELPIP)

[Johnny31]

CELPIP - Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program

http://www.celpiptest.ca/

Notes:
- There are 3 types of tests: CELPIP-General, CELPIP-LS, and CELPIP-Academics. the one you need for CEC is CELPIP-General or "CELPIP-G"
- The test has 4 Categories like IELTS (Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening)
- The new CELPIP can only be taken in Canada.
- The registration cost is a bit cheaper than IELTS @ $250CAD + Tax. (IELTS is $285 CAD if you registered in Canada)
- The test is quite new, created by UBC with different benchmarks than IELTS

*As of January 3, 2013*
If you gained your skilled work experience in Canada in a NOC 0 or A job, you must meet the minimum level of CLB 7 in either English or French for all four language abilities.

If you gained your skilled work experience in Canada in a NOC B job, you must meet the minimum level of CLB 5 in either English or French for all four language abilities.

CELPIP Testing Format http://www.celpiptest.ca/about-celpip-g/test-format-and-scoring/
CELPIP-General
The CELPIP-General Test assesses a general level of English-language proficiency. The test is computer-based, and made up of three sections: listening, speaking, and reading and writing.

Listening
The listening section measures an individual's level of understanding spoken English in everyday situations. It includes the following parts:
Part 1: Matching Statements to Pictures
Part 2: Answering Questions
Part 3: Identifying Similar Meanings
Part 4: Comprehending Dialogues
Part 5: Listening to Conversations

Speaking
The speaking section measures an individual's ability to communicate orally in English. It includes the following parts:
Part 1: Answering General Questions
Part 2: Interpreting Graphic and/or Tabular Materials
Part 3: Telephone Role Play, Conversation, and News Item
Part 4: Oral Response to a Topic

General reading and writing
The reading and writing section assesses an individual's general reading comprehension and composition skills. It includes the following parts:
Part 1: Reading and Responding to a Letter
Part 2: Reading Diagrams and Tables
Part 3: Completing a Paragraph
Part 4: Reading Passages and Answering Questions
Part 5: Writing Guided Compositions

Test length
The total length of all three sections is 180 minutes:
Listening: 30 minutes
Speaking: 30 minutes
Reading and writing: 120 minutes

Testing Locations:
-British Columbia
Vancouver - Columbia College
Surrey - Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Richmond - Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Victoria - Sprott Shaw Degree College

-Alberta
Edmonton - Grant MacEwan University
Calgary - Bow Valley College
Fort McMurray - Keyano College

-Saskatchwan
Regina - SIAST Wascana Campus
Saskatoon - McKay Career Training

-Manitoba
Winnipeg - Herzing College Winnipeg

-Ontario
Downtown Toronto - Herzing College Toronto
Metro Toronto - Seneca College (York Campus)
Kitchener - Conestoga College
Ottawa - Algonquin College

-Quebec
Montreal - Herzing College Montreal

-Nova Scotia
Halifax - Mount Saint Vincent University

-Yukon
Whitehorse - Yukon College

Scoring
Proficiency Score CLB Equivalent
Level 5 (effective proficiency or advanced proficiency) CLB 9, 10, 11, or 12
Level 4H (adequate proficiency) CLB 8
Level 4L (adequate proficiency) CLB 7
Level 3H (developing proficiency) CLB 6
Level 3L (developing proficiency) CLB 5
Level 2H (minimal proficiency) CLB 4
Level 2L (minimal proficiency) CLB 3
Level 1 (no proficiency) CLB 1 and 2
Level 0 Did not attempt, or insufficient information to assess

CEC Evaluation
NOC CLB Level Test results for each ability
Speaking Listening Reading Writing
0, A 9 5 5 5 5
0, A 8 4H 4H 4H 4H
0, A 7 4L 4L 4L 4L
0, A, B 6 3H 3H 3H 3H
B 5 3L 3L 3L 3L
B 4 2H 2H 2H 2H

 

[Bhanavig]

So Do you think this one is easier than IELTS comparatively

 

[sashali78]

So Do you think this one is easier than IELTS comparatively

I did both tests before. I think IELTS test is easier, as well, the scale is more detailed so it is easier to reach the level requested by CIC.

 

[Andy2109]

Always better to go with something which is tried and tested. You have lots of study material available for IELTS which is a good source to rely on. There are lot many applicants who have cleared IELTS and new aspirants can benefit from their experience.

 

[Johnny31]

So Do you think this one is easier than IELTS comparatively

I think IELTS is easier. You also have more resources for IELTS v.s. the new CELPIP.

 

[gmail04]

Great post! thanks for CELPIP information! +1

 

[cljw31]

thx for this ! anyone tried CELPIP?

 

[Johnny31]

thx for this ! anyone tried CELPIP?

So far, I haven't heard of anyone taking it! Even at my language school here in Vancouver, we haven't received any CELPIP books so we can teach it.

 

[sashali78]

So far, I haven't heard of anyone taking it! Even at my language school here in Vancouver, we haven't received any CELPIP books so we can teach it.

I took this test before. It is not easier than IELTS, and i think it is actually harder in the speaking part.
If I would compare my CLB scores on CELPP vs IELTS I got one level up through IETLS on almost all categories (9,9,8,8) vs CELPIP (8,8,7,8). So, i would definitely go with IELTS.

 

[CEC_2013]

Could you please share your experience of CELPIP exam in terms of reading and writing parts.

I heard that CELPIP exam has 2 hours to manage reading and writing both.

 

[sashali78]

Could you please share your experience of CELPIP exam in terms of reading and writing parts.

I heard that CELPIP exam has 2 hours to manage reading and writing both.

Yes, sure. I think the main difference is that at CELPIP all testing is done in front of the computer, including the speaking test.
I would say that reading and writing assignments are easier in CELPIP (although i did get higher grade at IELTS), while speaking test was particularly hard for me due to several reasons:
1. Talking with a computer
2. Recording time limit
Listening is comparable and overall i find it is easier to mark the answers on PC then paper.

That said, my opinion is that the less detailed grade scale in CELPIP makes its harder to achieve high CLB scores

 

[CEC_2013]

Thanks sashali78 for prompt response. In fact, I had done the IELTS exam and got the lower band 5 only.
So, I am thinking to apply CELPIP exam.

I need a CLB-7 for applying immigration - PR file under CEC category. Kindly share some more information such as speaking questions as well as in reading they are allowing control+f keyword to search word.

Or you can send me mail akash_in_canada@yahoo.ca

 

[shibinp]

I need a CLB-7 for applying immigration - PR file under CEC category. Kindly share some more information such as speaking questions as well as in reading they are allowing control+f keyword to search word.

Or you can send me mail akash_in_canada @ yahoo.ca

you can get some sample questions here http://www.celpiptest.ca/free-sample-questions/ (including speaking sample question). Did you buy their material, you will have some sample there too.

 

[CEC_2013]

I did not buy anything yet. But IELTS materials should be enough for CELPIP exam. or I need to buy CELPIP materials.
Do you have any softcopy then could you please send me.

 

[ichbinella]

so does it mean that CELPIP isnt a new test? how "old" is it? this is the first time i heard its name.. i did take my IELTs before.