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Mondly by Pearson
Fun, easy and effective self-study language courses designed by language experts.
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Test takers
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We offer tests for work, study and migration. Find the right one for you.
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Pearson Test of English (PTE)
Tests for study, work and migration visas for UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Bookings now open for PTE Core, our new IRCC-approved general English test for work and migration visas for Canada.
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Pearson English International Certificate (PEIC)
Awarded by Edexcel, the evidence you need that your English skills are ready for the real world.
Versant by Pearson
Provide evidence of your English proficiency skills and secure the job of your dreams.
Versant by Pearson English Certificate (VEC)
Have you been asked to take a Versant by Pearson English Test? Find out how to prepare.
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Versant by Pearson English Certificate
Turn confidence into certainty
The new and convenient way to certify your English skills for your career. Test your English proficiency today – anytime, anywhere – and get results fast.
For skills certification and employment For adult learners Online test 60-minute test Results in two days
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Get your score in 15 minutes and your certificate and digital badge in 48 hours
Take the test online, anytime – no appointment needed
We use state-of-the-art AI technology to measure your real English abilities
A fraction of the cost of other English proficiency tests
We make sure you always share your highest score with prospective employees with our unique MyTopScore feature when you take more than one test. Combining your highest skill scores to make sure you put your best score forward.
Choose to certify all four skills in just 60 minutes or focus on just two skills – speaking and listening or reading and writing – with our 20-minute tests.
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Share your certification with the world with our official digital Credly badge. Add it to your resume, email signature, social media or online profiles to tell employers that you have verified, real-world English skills.
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We believe that everyone should have the confidence to be themselves in any language.
Combining more than 30 years of language testing research with cutting-edge technology, we create tests for every need. Our tests are trusted by governments, Ivy League universities and Fortune 500 companies worldwide.
Meet our experts
Our tests are mapped to the GSE so you can accurately assess your English ability. The GSE results from extensive global research, building on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) learning objectives.
We combine advanced speech recognition and exam grading technology with the insight of professional ELT exam markers worldwide to develop patented software that can measure English language ability.
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