{"id":1879,"date":"2022-10-03T23:33:44","date_gmt":"2022-10-03T23:33:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/?p=1879"},"modified":"2023-10-30T12:43:11","modified_gmt":"2023-10-30T12:43:11","slug":"certifying-your-language-skills-through-remote-testing-anywhere-anytime","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/blog\/certifying-your-language-skills-through-remote-testing-anywhere-anytime\/","title":{"rendered":"<small>Certifying your Language Skills through Remote Testing\u2014Anywhere, Anytime<\/small>"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to learning a language, there is always room for growth.<\/p>\n<p>Are you continuously developing your linguistic skills to stay up to date in this globalized and diverse economy?<\/p>\n<p>Do you want to mitigate the linguistic barriers with current customers in your organization by helping them in their preferred language?<\/p>\n<p>Are you considering changing careers and want to demonstrate your language proficiency to your prospective employer so you can get hired quickly?<\/p>\n<p>Is your current employer asking you to validate your level of linguistic proficiency?<\/p>\n<p>If the answer to at least one of these questions is \u201cyes,\u201d then getting certified for your language proficiency is the solution.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Watch: Is a Language Certificate Worth It?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Is a language certificate worth it? Reasons why you should certify your language skills\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tTTY1PKQlc0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The good news is you can get certified anytime, anywhere, from a location and at a time that best fits your schedule. Once you have clear goals and the decision is made, taking a remotely proctored assessment is a simple and trustworthy option. Yes, it\u2019s completely confidential \u2013 no one will find out that you are looking for better job opportunities! You just need to look for a leading testing provider. That\u2019s what I did!<\/p>\n<p>I contacted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Language Testing International (LTI)<\/a>, the exclusive licensee of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.actfl.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ACTFL<\/a>, an authority in language teaching and assessment.\u00a0 The process was simple, the cost was affordable, and the instructions were clear. I only needed to set up an account with LTI, get a webcam-enabled computer with a microphone (in case you are taking a speaking assessment), and select a quiet space to take the test. LTI offers tests to assess speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills in 120+ languages. The duration of each assessment varies from 30 to 80 minutes depending on the test.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not going to lie; I was nervous since it was my first time facing this type of challenge. I didn\u2019t want to fail! But you never fail with ACTFL, because ACTFL Proficiency Scale measures what you <strong><em>can<\/em><\/strong> do with the language (and not how much you know it) and how you execute certain tasks during the assessment. \u201cProficiency refers to the ability to perform an action or function. It refers to one\u2019s ability to use language for real-world purposes to accomplish real-world linguistic tasks across a wide range of topics and settings\u201d (ACTFL). The principal score levels are identified as Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Superior. Within the first three main levels, there are low, middle, and high sublevels.<\/p>\n<p>Since the moment I started the process, the customer service exceeded my expectations, and my overall experience was very positive. The support provided by the LTI team, from the customer support representative to the tester who conducted the assessment, was very attentive and helpful. With regards to the security of the remote assessment process, the remote proctor ensured that the integrity of the testing was preserved. The design of each test precisely determines the language proficiency level of each test-taker without comparing it to other individuals. After completing the test, I received an email with my LTI issued ACTFL Language Proficiency Certificates in Spanish as follows: Advanced Writing, Advanced Listening, Advanced Reading, and Superior Speaking. My official certificate was followed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/lti-information\/actfl-digital-badges-powered-by-credly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Credly badges<\/a>, digital credentials that demonstrate my proficiency that I can display on my professional networks and my resume.<\/p>\n<p>LTI has 30 years of experience of providing ACTFL language assessments and credentials in over 120 languages. If you want to stand out at a professional level and get access to new job opportunities, you can take advantage of getting your language skills certified. LTI has been widely recognized by individuals, academic institutions, government agencies, and commercial organizations around the world, making it an excellent solution for language assessments.<\/p>\n<p>Contact LTI today, get started, and get certified! I earned my four language proficiency badges, which helped me land my current job, and I highly recommend it.<\/p>\n<p>Resources:<\/p>\n<p>LTI. Language Testing International. ACTFL Proficiency Scale.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/actfl-proficiency-scale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/actfl-proficiency-scale<\/a><\/p>\n<p>LTI. Language Testing International. Understanding Proficiency.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/lti-information\/understanding-proficiency\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.languagetesting.com\/lti-information\/understanding-proficiency<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to learning a language, there is always room for growth. Are you continuously developing your linguistic skills to stay up to date in this globalized and diverse economy? Do you want to mitigate the linguistic barriers with current customers in your organization by helping them in their preferred language? 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