The Czech Language Certificate Exam
The Czech Language Certificate Exam for foreigners verifies all five levels of achieved communication competency in accordance with the criteria specified in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The examination is recognized by most Czech and foreign employers and by some universities and colleges. It can help you for entrance examinations, improve your career, and measure your progress in Czech. For pedagogical staff (teachers-foreigners), the level of Czech language skills is not stipulated by law.
Exam Overview:
Each level of the exam has a different time limit for each portion, but a similar overall format.
Level
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
Reading Comprehension
+ Writing 60 min
40 minutes
50 minutes
60 minutes
60 minutes
Listening Comprehension
20–25 minutes
25–30 minutes
35–40 minutes
40–45 minutes
50–55 minutes
Grammar/lexical test
none
none
none
30 minutes
50 minutes
Writing
in Reading Comprehension
40 minutes
60 minutes
80 minutes
90 minutes
Speaking*
5–8 minutes (individual)
10–13 minutes(pair)
15–18 minutes(pair)
18–21 minutes(pair)
23–27 minutes (pair)
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Aligned to the CEFR Proficiency Guidelines
Functional Fluency: Receive a passing score on the B1 test.
Working Fluency: Receive a passing score on the B2 test.
Professional Fluency: Receive a passing score on the C1 test.
Nationally & Internationally Recognized
Internationally recognized anywhere a B1, B2, or C1 CEFR score is accepted.
Accepted by the Global Seal of Biliteracy
Yes
Functional Fluency: This level credentials language learners at the B1 level.
Working Fluency: This level credentials language learners at the B2 level.
Professional Fluency: This level credentials language learners at the C1 level.
Requires Proctor
All Global Seal tests require proof of a proctor. Reach out to the testing company to find more information.
When/Where
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Cost
Level A1: 2 800 CZK
Level A2: 3 000 CZK
Level B1: 3 500 CZK
Level B2: 3 800 CZK
Level C1: 4 000 CZK