A Recognized Examination Centre for the International Tests: DELF / DALF / TCF / TEF
Certification for adults :
- TEF: A single test, which establishes a candidate’s level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) scale.
- DELF / DALF: Examination leading to the issue of an international diploma corresponding to one of the six levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).
- TCF: A single test, which establishes a candidate’s level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) scale.
Certification for teenagers :
CERTIFICATIONS FOR ADULTS
TEF
We offer two main options for the TEF: the TEF Canada, for permanent residency and/or citizenship, and the general TEF (see below).
TEF Canada
The TEF Canada is recognised by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) as proof of linguistic proficiency for applications for permanent residency and for Canadian citizenship.
TEF Canada provides the candidate with a linguistic snapshot of their level in French, placed on a 7-level scale based on the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFL) and the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB).
TEF Canada is composed of 4 parts:
- Reading comprehension: 60 min – 50 questions
- Listening comprehension: 40 min – 60 questions
- Written expression: 60 min – 2 subjects
- Oral expression: 15 min – 2 subjects
If the results of a previous exam are not satisfactory, you have the option of taking one or several portions again without having to do the full exam. However, you must wait at least two months before retaking the exam.
Upcoming sessions:
| Date | Registration deadline |
| 31/10/2014 | 21/10/2014 |
Subject to a minimum number of candidates. We recommend signing up as soon as possible, given the limited number of spaces per session.
Click here to download the registration form, and send it to us signed, accompanied by your payment.
Rates:
- $460 for the complete TEF Canada exam
- $115 for reading comprehension
- $90 for listening comprehension
- $115 for written expression
- $140 for oral expression
One certificate is supplied, and we offer an official duplicate for $15. Please note that the request must be made before the registration deadline.
For more information on the TEF Canada exam, consult the CCIP website; or go directly to the CCIP’S candidate’s manual.
We also highly recommend consulting the CCIP’S TEF preparation web page.
Note: see the terms and conditions below.
TEF (general)
The TEF (Test d’Évaluation de Français) exam is a single test for all levels. The candidate receives an international certificate corresponding to his or her exact level in the 6 level-range of the Common European Framework of Reference of Languages (CEFRL).
This exam is a comprehensive placement test for non-native French speakers seeking a quick and precise evaluation of their general language skills. It is valid for a limited period of time.
Rates:
| Basic test | $230 |
| Optional component — Written expression | $115 |
| Optional component — Oral expression | $140 |
| Basic test + Written expression + Oral expression | $485 |
For exam dates, please contact us.
For more information about the TEF, see the CCIP website.
We also highly recommend consulting the CCIP’S TEF preparation web page.
This is the original version of the TEF. Please note that this test is not for those wishing to apply for permanent residency outside of Quebec or for Canadian citizenship. If you wish to take the TEF as a part of an application for permanent residency or Canadian citizenship, please consult the “TEF Canada” section above.
Terms and conditions (general TEF and TEF Canada):
- Payment in full is required upon registration.
- A $50 non-refundable administrative fee will be withheld in the case of a cancellation or deferral before the registration deadline.
- No cancellation, refund, or request for deferral will be accepted after the registration deadline.
- It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to register for the test that is best suited to their situation. L’Alliance Française du Manitoba and its employees cannot be held responsible for the choice made by the candidate.
- No credit or refund permitted outside of the aforementioned conditions, except when due to a cancellation by the Alliance Française, in which case a new date will be offered, or a full refund will be provided.
- Visa/Mastercard/Interac/Certified cheque/Personal cheque or cash are accepted forms of payment.
DELF⁄DALF
The DELF (Diplôme d’études en langue française) and DALF (Diplôme approfondi de langue française) are exams assessing 4 skills (listening, reading, writing and oral speaking).
The DELF and DALF are official diplomas from France’s national Ministry of Education. They are valid for life, awarded and recognized around the world.
The DELF and DALF officially certify the ability of students to use the French language in real-life situations, based on the six competency levels identified within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) .
Passing the DELF or DALF exam depends on your level within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. A1 to B2 levels lead to the DELF and C1 to C2 levels lead to the DALF.
| CECRL | DELF ⁄ DALF | USER |
| A1 | DELF A1 | Basic |
| A2 | DELF A2 | |
| B1 | DELF B1 | Independant |
| B2 | DELF B2 | |
| C1 | DALF C1 | Proficient |
| C2 | DALF C2 |
We encourage those interested in these exams to visit the information and preparation web page offered by the Embassy of France in Canada.
Schedule : DELF/DALF for the general public (3 annual sessions) - common elements:
Level | Date | Deadline | Cost |
A1 | Monday 03/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | $ 90 |
Monday 02/03⁄15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Monday 01/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Monday 02/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
A2 | Thursday 06/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | |
Thursday 05/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Thursday 04/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Thursday 05/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
B1 | Tuesday 04/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | $160 |
Tuesday 03/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Tuesday 02/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Tuesday 03/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
B2 | Wednesday 05/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | |
Wednesday 04/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Wednesday 06/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Wednesday 04/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
C1 | Friday 07/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | $180 |
Friday 06/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Friday 05/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Friday 06/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
C2 | Monday 03/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | |
Monday 02/03⁄15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Monday 01/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Monday 02/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 |
N.B. These exams start at 11:00 am, except C2 level, which starts at 1:00 pm.
Duration of the general examinations
| A1: 1h20 | B1: 1h45 | C1: 4h00 |
| A2: 1h40 | B2: 2h30 | C2: 3h30 |
Note: The oral expression element is scheduled at a time after the common elements.
Download the registration form here.
TCF
The TCF (Test de Connaissance du Français) exam, like the TEF, is a single test for all levels. The candidate receives an international certificate corresponding to his or her exact level in the 6 level-range of the Common European Framework of Reference of Languages (CEFRL).
This exam is comprehensive placement test for non-native French speakers seeking a quick and precise evaluation of their general language skills. It is valid for a limited period of time.
For more information about the TCF DAP, the TCF ANF, or the TCF Québec, see the CIEP website.
For exam dates, please contact us.
Download the registration form here.
For more information, please contact us by e-mail (pedagogie@afwpg.ca) or phone (204-477-1515 ).
TCF fees:
| TCF DAP | $ 240 | |||||||||||||
| TCF ANF | $ 190 | |||||||||||||
TCF Québec - 4 options (starting February 1st 2014) :
| ———- |
TCF DAP : TCF Demande d’Admission Préalable (for university entry in France)
TCF ANF : TCF Accès à la Nationalité Française (for French citizenship)
TCF Québec (for immigration to Québec)
Terms and Conditions
Payments must be made in full at the time of registration.
A non-refundable $50 fee will be charged in the event of cancellation or rescheduling before the registration deadline.
No refund or rescheduling will be granted past the registration deadline.
It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to ensure that he/she is registered for the appropriate exam. The Alliance Française du Manitoba and its employees cannot be held responsible for the choices made by the candidate.
No refund or credit will be granted under any circumstances past the afore mentioned deadlines, unless Alliance Française has to cancel a session of tests, in which case an alternative exam date will be offered, or a full refund will be granted.
Visa, Mastercard, Interac, cheque or cash are accepted.
CERTIFICATIONS FOR TEENAGERS : DELF Junior et Scolaire
The DELF Junior et Scolaire exams are equivalent to the general DELF and asseses each of the first four levels of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFRL). The themes are adapted to teenagers : topics are suited to chilren’s interests and are adapted to their age.
Schedule : DELF Junior et Scolaire (3 annual sessions) - common elements:
| Level | Date | Registration deadline | Price |
| A1 | Thursday 28/11/13 Thursday 10/04/14 Thursday 01/05/14 Thursday 20/11/14 | Monday 11/11/13 Monday 24/03/14 Monday 14/04/14 Monday 03/11/14 | $ 90 |
| A2 | Wednesday 27/11/13 Wednesday 09/04/14 Wednesday 30/04/14 Wednesday 19/11/14 | Monday 11/11/13 Monday 24/03/14 Monday 14/04/14 Monday 03/11/14 | $ 90 |
| B1 | Tuesday 26/11/13 Tuesday 08/04/14 Tuesday 29/04/14 Tuesday 18/11/14 | Monday 11/11/13 Monday 24/03/14 Monday 14/04/14 Monday 03/11/14 | $ 160 |
| B2 | Monday 25/11/13 Monday 07/04/14 Monday 28/04/14 Monday 17/11/14 | Monday 11/11/13 Monday 24/03/14 Monday 14/04/14 Monday 03/11/14 | $ 160 |
N.B. These exams start at 11:00 am.
Duration of the common examinations :
| A1: 1h20 | B1: 1h45 |
| A2: 1h40 | B2: 2h30 |
Note: The oral expression element is scheduled at a time after the common elements.
Download the registration form here.
For more information, please contact pedagogie@afmanitoba.ca.
<!–[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]–>Level | Date | Deadline | Cost |
A1 | Monday 03/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | $ 90 |
Monday 02/03⁄15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Monday 01/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Monday 02/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
A2 | Thursday 06/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | |
Thursday 05/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Thursday 04/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Thursday 05/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
B1 | Tuesday 04/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | $160 |
Tuesday 03/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Tuesday 02/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Tuesday 03/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
B2 | Wednesday 05/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | |
Wednesday 04/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Wednesday 06/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Wednesday 04/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
C1 | Friday 07/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | $180 |
Friday 06/03/15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Friday 05/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Friday 06/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 | ||
C2 | Monday 03/11/14 | Monday 20/10/14 | |
Monday 02/03⁄15 | Monday 13/02/14 | ||
Monday 01/06/15 | Monday 15/05/15 | ||
Monday 02/11/15 | Monday 16/10/15 |
| File downloads | Size |
|---|---|
| specifications - photos TEF.pdf | 52.14 KB |
| registration_form_-_DELF_DALF.doc | 970 KB |
| Modele_formulaire_TCF2.doc | 1.99 MB |
| Bulletin_dinscription_TEF_pour_centres_2014-modifie.pdf | 570.94 KB |