Global English test developed by the British Council English proficiency test for adults (16+) Informed by current research in applied linguistics o Straightforward.

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Global English test developed by the British Council English proficiency test for adults (16+) Informed by current research in applied linguistics o Straightforward to access, manage and sit Tests all four skills – Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking Tests one skill – e.g. Listening only Each skill taken with grammar and vocabulary What is Aptis?

Aptis is divided into components which are taken in packages Core grammar and vocabulary component is combined with one or more skill components – Reading, Writing, Listening Speaking You can decide which components are important for your requirements You choose when, how and in what way to test, to ensure you get the results you need What is tested?

How is it delivered? Computer and online Pen and paper Telephone (speaking component) You can administer the tests, or we can do it for you Uses a revolutionary interactive test development, delivery and reporting platform Results in as little as 72-hours

Mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Scaled score for the Grammar and Vocabulary (0-50) Scaled score for each of the skills (0-50) and an overall CEFR score (A1-C) Individual and group scores A scaled score and a CEFR level reported for each skill taken means greater accuracy Innovative scoring

Benchmarking employees Language audits to identify training needs Filtering potential future employees for interview Filtering current employees for training or promotion Used by commercial corporations, government ministries, NGOs, educational institutions What can Aptis be used for?

High quality and accurate Mix and match skills Flexible and adaptable content Joint branding and local language instruction page Affordable, accessible and effective Quick results turn-around Quick and simple to administer Why choose Aptis?

“Precision and speed in verifying abilities are great assets of this test.” - Marta Gerlach-Kaleta, Project Manager, Adecco Who uses Aptis? Adecco, Poland GlaxoSmithKline, Egypt KPMG, Egypt Kozminski University, Poland Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kosovo MPS Group Henkel, Hungary National Bank of Greece, Greece Pfizer, Egypt Siemens, Brasil Universidad de Alcalá de Henares (UAH), Spain

Choose Aptis to assess more people more efficiently and raise international English standards in your organisation