What is the CELPIP?
The CELPIP Tests are Canada's leading general English tests for immigration and professional designation
Computer-Delivered
Done in just one sitting and includes features such as a personal timer, word counter, and spell-check
Single North American Accent
Easy-to-understand English and vocabulary taken from everyday situations
Quick Online Results
Available online in just 4 to 5 calendar days after the test date
Accessible Study Materials
Free sample tests, videos, online information sessions, preparation courses, and webinars
Requirements For Being a Test Centre
All prospective CELPIP Test Centres must demonstrate that they meet Paragon Testing Enterprises’ standards and guidelines in order to be considered to deliver the CELPIP Test.
The facility must have the following:
- An isolated testing room that is comfortable and quiet
- Computer workstations that meet our technical requirements
- A check-in area, secure storage area, and washrooms in close proximity to the testing room
- Accessibility for people with disabilities
- Safety measures including emergency exit plans and fire extinguishers
- Commitment to scheduling test sittings months in advance on CELPIP testing days
- Ability to run a demo test in the testing room prior to every test weekend
- Capacity to provide trained, certified staff for all test sittings
More detailed requirements are listed in the CELPIP Test Centre application. Paragon Testing Enterprises is currently seeking test centre partners in the following locations:
- St Catharines-Niagara
- Kingston
- Charlottetown
- Sherbrooke
- Fort St John
- Kamloops
- Nanaimo
Apply to Be a Test Centre
If you represent a facility that is interested in becoming a CELPIP Test Centre, we encourage you to complete our online application. Please note that not all applications will receive a response.
