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Test Preparation Services (TPS)
Information on Taking the CELPIP exam in Ottawa (Kanata & Goulbourn) and the path for finding a tutor or self-studying in Ottawa (Kanata & Goulbourn)
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TPS - CELPIP Exam Prep in Ottawa (Kanata & Goulbourn)
Since becoming one of the options for immigration, a number of centers around the country now offer programs but in Ottawa it is hard to find a center that offers a CELPIP course. You can self study the materials offered by Paragon Testing however self-studying CELPIP using library books or web resources is more difficult, as practice materials are tightly controlled. Few resources besides the ones offered by Paragon testing are available.
Is it the Right Option?
CELPIP is an attractive option so let me just highlight its advantages and disadvantages compared to other tests.
Advantages
1. A cheaper test. The General CEPIP is $265 (IELTS is $295). The General L&S is even cheaper at $175 and the CELPIP Academic is on $250 (IELTS is $295).
2. More comprehensive test. The speaking test is 30 minutes which is arguably a better length of time.
3. Not so much sub-skill integration. For example the speaking test is not so dependent on listening and listening is not so dependent on speaking skill.
4. Often it is easier to book a time in advance. Result come back in only 8 working days.
5. Although a computer-based test, it does allow generous time to do sections and unlike TOEFL, you can control when to start your speaking response.
Disadvantages
1. It has fewer self-study resources available or learning centers that offer courses in CELPIP.
2. Not good for those who hate speaking to a computer.
3. Relies on multiple choices.
Advantages
1. A cheaper test. The General CEPIP is $265 (IELTS is $295). The General L&S is even cheaper at $175 and the CELPIP Academic is on $250 (IELTS is $295).
2. More comprehensive test. The speaking test is 30 minutes which is arguably a better length of time.
3. Not so much sub-skill integration. For example the speaking test is not so dependent on listening and listening is not so dependent on speaking skill.
4. Often it is easier to book a time in advance. Result come back in only 8 working days.
5. Although a computer-based test, it does allow generous time to do sections and unlike TOEFL, you can control when to start your speaking response.
Disadvantages
1. It has fewer self-study resources available or learning centers that offer courses in CELPIP.
2. Not good for those who hate speaking to a computer.
3. Relies on multiple choices.
Home Tutoring
It is most comfortable and time efficient to study CELPIP in your home, with a customized program. We offer preparation services for the CELPIP™ English language proficiency test”. Look through the CELPIP Tutor Ottawa (Kanata & Goulbourn) page to see what tutors are available but before you do so have a peek at the CELPIP courses page to find out if this is the test for you as compared to IELTS. If it is, go to the registration page to book a time and tutor.
Outside of the Home Tutoring
If studying at home is not your thing, you can arrange to study with a tutor at a location outside. These classes can be conducted in a in a library community center r recreation complex area. Please e-mail us a request and we will get it arranged.
Taking Classes
There are few learning centers offering CELPIP classes but there are some online courses. GEOS offers an CELPIP course for a whopping $2200 for 120 hours at its Ottawa branch. Alternatively, you can take the online course put on by Paragon Testing
Self-Study
Self-studying CELPIP in Kanata and Goulburn is a bit difficult since there are few resources. Browse our CELPIP exam page for study tips and a CELPIP blog with strategies, skills and topics and the most recent tests. On this site you can also find practice exams links . You can also find some external links to other blogs such as such as Wenku and one called Yingyu. Both of these are in Chinese but you can translate them and they do give some very interesting information and practice.
Test Taking
The only places to take the CELPIP are at 2 authorized CELPIP examiner locations - one at Algonquin College and the other at the University of Ottawa. Paragon is quite strict with the quality of the recordings and all examiners are trained by Paragon so which one you choose probably shouldn’t be an issue, but check online to see what others might have said. Check our page for the locations and dates and times or get it directly from the official CELPIP website.