The choice between the TCF and the TEF depends on your personal preferences.
Both exams can be used for a variety of purposes, including immigration purposes
However, there are some important differences:
For the TCF, speaking prompts are generally not available in written form during the oral exam.
For the TEF, candidates can consult the prompt in written form during the speaking test.
In the TEF, certain text types and formats appear more consistently, allowing for highly targeted preparation.
The TCF often requires greater adaptability to a wider variety of question types.
The TEF requires a more technical mastery of specific writing formats, particularly well-structured compositions for certain types of texts.
The TCF focuses more on written tasks that resemble everyday situations, such as messages, articles, or argumentative texts.
The recommended minimum level is:
Upper A2 / Beginning B1
The course is designed for candidates who want to develop their skills to reach the level required for their goals, particularly B2.
Yes. Grammar, verb conjugation, sentence structure, and vocabulary are integrated throughout the course as needed, with targeted rules and exercises when specific difficulties are identified.
For some candidates, yes, but preparation time varies according to individual level and progress. Additional months are available if more practice is needed.
Yes
Group courses are offered online
Private lessons are also available online or in person in Ottawa and the surrounding area.
Students receive:
PDF course materials;
Real exam topics
Practice exam questions;
Practical exercises;
Homework between sessions;
Personalized corrections and feedback.
Please note that course sessions are not recorded.
To join a course:
Select your exam and training program.
Complete the registration form.
Make your payment.
Receive all the information needed to join your classes.
Group courses are paid online through a monthly subscription that renews automatically until canceled.
Yes.
Your subscription can be canceled up to 7 days before the end of the current billing period to avoid renewal for the following month.
No refunds are provided once the billing month has begun.