Our unique, highly personalized approach fully conforms to the OQLF exam specifications, the professional requirements of your industry, and your role in it
In Canada’s Province of Québec, members of a professional order are legally required to demonstrate a knowledge of the French language that is appropriate to the competent practice of their profession. These members must be able to speak, write and work in French proficiently in order to obtain a regular licence to practise. Unless professionals meet specific exemption criteria detailed in section 35 of the Charter of the French language, they must obtain a certificate of knowledge of French issued by the Office québécois de la langue française (OQLF). To obtain the certificate, they must pass the OQLF exam.
It is designed specifically to evaluate your oral and written skills in French. It does not assess your professional or technical skills.The exam is free of charge, lasts about three-and-one-half hours, and cannot be taken remotely. It consists of four parts: listening comprehension, reading comprehension, oral expression and written expression.You must pass all four parts of the exam in the same session and achieve a CEFR B1 or B2 proficiency level in order to obtain the certificate.
Like all Language Advantage programs, the OQLF French Exam Preparation Course starts with an in-depth evaluation of your French language skills – oral, written, comprehension and expression.
The program is tailored to you, your needs and convenience. Our unique, highly personalized approach fully conforms to the OQLF exam specifications, the professional requirements of your industry, and your role in it.
We help you “fast-track” your French-language learning and skill development, stressing areas that the exam is likely to evaluate. Together, we practise the most important language elements, adding in the relevant terminology, vocabulary and speaking styles that characterize many technical, scientific and professional fields. Many of the materials used, like text books, videos and exercises, are chosen to help develop the kind of language skills, knowledge and competence the test will assess.
The coach-teachers at Language Advantage have the necessary French language skills, teaching experience and sector-specific knowledge to tutor you for success when you take the OQLF exam. With our help and guidance, you will achieve the necessary levels of proficiency quickly and confidently.
First and most important, is an optimistic, willing attitude! Just like regular, proper exercise builds muscle strength for physical improvement, regular, daily practice reading and writing in French will grow your language skills, knowledge and comfort using it.
You should expect to take part in regular assessments and discussions with your coach-teacher about your progress and challenges. These mutual feedback sessions will help us both determine whether adjustments to the program are advisable, and if particular exercises, strategies or exposures may help to strengthen your skills or knowledge in any area.
All our coach-teachers at Language Advantage have had decades of experience, both learning new languages themselves and teaching others. They are experts in managing the learning process and will guide your personal growth experience with warmth, encouragement, patience and good humour.
Our human-centred support for learners is always available and adaptable, for as long as you need it. As always, your needs, preferences and schedule determine what and how that is provided.
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