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Are TOEIC 4-Skills scores equivalent to TOEIC Listening and Reading and TOEIC Speaking and Writing scores?

The results of the Listening and Reading sections are equivalent to the results of the TOEIC Listening and Reading test.

The results of the Speaking and Writing sections are equivalent to the results of the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests.

What are the differences between the TOEIC tests and the TOEFL tests?

The TOEIC® tests measure proficiency in English relevant to the global workplace whereas the TOEFL® tests measure the academic communication skills in English. Both tests aim to measure the level of English proficiency for non-native English speakers.

For more information on the TOEIC® tests, click here.

For more information on the TOEFL® tests, click here.

Are ETS tests scores mapped to the CEFR?

ETS regularly carries out correlation studies between its tests and the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) to ensure that reliable and precise correlations can be made over time.

The CEFR defines skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in any language. The Framework is broken down into six levels, falling into three main groups:

• A1 – A2 (Basic User)
• B1 – B2 (Independent User)
• C1 – C2 (Proficient User)

All the tests developed by ETS Global are mapped to the CEFR level and thus can be broken down such as follows:

• Level A1 to B1: TOEIC Bridge® and TOEFL Primary® tests
• Level A1 to C1: TOEIC® Listening and Reading and TOEIC® Speaking and Writing tests
• Level A2 to B2: TOEFL Junior® Standard test
• Level A2 to C1: TOEIC TFI™ and TOEFL ITP® tests
• Level B1 to C1: TOEFL IBT® test

For more information on the CEFR mapping of each ETS test, click here.

What is the difference between the TOEIC Institutional and Public Programme?

ETS has designed two programmes to support decision-making in different settings:

• The TOEIC® Institutional Testing Programme: delivers a nationally recognized score report without the test taker’s photo.
• The TOEIC® Public Testing Programme: delivers an international score report with the test taker’s photo.

Both programmes guarantee fair, valid and reliable test scores correlated onto the CEFR. The test itself (length, difficulty, number of items, score scale…) is the same. The main difference between the two programmes lies in the recommended usages of the score reports and the format of the score reports delivered.

Click here to find essential information on the TOEIC testing programmes.

Are TOEIC Listening and Reading test scores mapped to the CEFR?

Yes, TOEIC® Listening and Reading test scores are mapped to the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) levels A1 to C1.

What is the difference between a Certificate of Achievement and a Score Report?

The Score Report is the official document acknowledging your English proficiency. It is included in the price of the test.

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement upon request. This document is presented as a diploma featuring the name of the test taker and its test score.

What skills does the TOEIC Listening and Reading test measure?

The TOEIC Listening and Reading test measures intermediate to advanced English listening and reading comprehension skills for the workplace for non-native English speakers. This certification has become a standard to assess the ability to use English in real-life work situations and determine who can communicate effectively on an independent and proficient level in English.

Listening comprehension skills are essential when communicating in face-to-face situations, meetings, videoconferences, podcasts and conversations over the phone in a professional context. While reading comprehension skills are required when treating emails, reports, newsletters or any other type of professional correspondence.

When the TOEIC Listening and Reading test is taken together with the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests, TOEIC test scores provide a broader trait of communicative competence in all four English-language skills that is critical in most workplace settings.

For more information on the TOEIC Listening and Reading test, click here.

Which score do I have to obtain to pass the test?

ETS tests should not be considered as “pass-or-fail” tests. Our tests ensure test takers to reliably and objectively demonstrate their English skills. Institutions establish their own English proficiency selection criteria by setting a minimum TOEIC or TOEFL score to reach, as not all positions or academic programmes require the same English proficiency level. Our tests are used as a scale to help institutions compare fairly the level of each candidate.

We invite you to contact your institution/company to find out about the required TOEIC/TOEFL score.

I would like to register to the TOEIC test but I don’t know which one to choose. What shall I do?

You have several options to measure your skills in English with the TOEIC tests. You can measure your listening and reading skills depending on your proficiency level:

• from beginner to intermediate level, you can take the TOEIC Bridge test
• from beginner to advanced level, you can take the TOEIC, Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing tests
• from beginner to advanced level, you can take the TOEIC Listening and Reading test

If you wish to assess your speaking and writing skills from beginner to advanced level, you can take the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests.

Which TOEIC test shall I take?

Depending on the type of skills you which to assess and your CEFR level (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), we offer the following assessments:

• The TOEIC® 4-Skills tests (TOEIC® Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing tests) to mesure the level of oral and written comprehension, and oral and written expression skills in English from beginner to advanced levels, administered on a computer.
• The TOEIC® Listening and Reading test, to measure proficiency in English reading and listening skills, from beginner to advanced level (A1-C1). The test is a paper-based or an online (computer or tablet) multiple-choice assessment.
• The TOEIC® Speaking and Writing tests, to measure proficiency in English speaking and writing skills, from beginner to advanced level (A1-C1). It is a computer-based test.
• The TOEIC Bridge® test, to measure proficiency in English reading and listening skills, from beginner to intermediate level (A1-B1). The test is a paper-based or an online (computer-based) multiple-choice assessment.

We invite you to ask directly the requesting institution (school, university, employer, training organisation) which test they require.

For more information on the TOEIC tests, click here.

Are TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests scores mapped to the CEFR?

Yes, TOEIC® Speaking and Writing tests scores are mapped to the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) levels A1 to C1.

What skills do the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests measure?

The TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests measure intermediate to advanced English communication skills for the workplace for non-native English speakers.

Speaking skills are today essential in order to provide an efficient presentation and when communicating in face-to-face situations, meetings, videoconferences, podcasts and conversations over the phone in a professional context.

Writing skills are today essential in order to write clear and convincing emails or any other type of professional correspondence.

When the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests are taken together with the TOEIC Listening and Reading tests, TOEIC test scores provide a broader trait of communicative competence in all four English-language skills that are critical in most workplace settings.

For more information on the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests, click here.

Why should I take the TOEIC Listening and Reading test?

The TOEIC Listening and Reading test has become a standard for decision-makers worldwide, who use the TOEIC tests to determine who can communicate effectively on an independent and proficient level in English. It enables test takers to:

• qualify for a new position and/or promotion in a company
• enhance their professional credentials
• monitor their progress in English
• set their own learning goals
• involve the employer in advancing its employees' English abilities

Please note that the TOEIC Listening and Reading test is available in Public and Institutional Programmes:

• Test takers who take the TOEIC Listening and Reading test in Public Programme receive an "Official Score Report" with their photo and score descriptor. The scores have internal and external usages (national and international mobility, assess skills on a resume expatriation purposes...) and are recognised worldwide.
• Test takers who take the TOEIC® Listening and Reading test in Institutional Programme receive an Institutional Score Report. The scores are recognised within the country by an important number of companies and institutions for internal usage (skills development, training, recruitment decisions, group-level splitting...).

For more information on the TOEIC® Listening and Reading test, click here.

Why should I take the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests?

The TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests have become a standard for decision-makers worldwide, who use the TOEIC tests to determine who can communicate effectively on an independent and proficient level in English. It enables test takers to:

• qualify for a new position and/or promotion in a company
• enhance their professional credentials
• monitor their progress in English
• set their own learning goals
• involve the employer in advancing its employees' English abilities

For more information on the TOEIC Speaking and Writing tests, click here.

Are TOEIC Bridge test scores mapped to the CEFR?

Yes, TOEIC® Speaking and Writing tests scores are mapped to the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) levels A1 to B1.

What skills does the TOEIC Bridge test measure?

The TOEIC Bridge test measures English listening and reading comprehension skills for the workplace from beginner to intermediate level.

Listening comprehension skills are essential when communicating in face-to-face situations, meetings, videoconferences, podcasts and conversations over the phone in a professional context. While, reading comprehension skills are required when treating emails, reports, newsletters or any other type of professional correspondence.

For more information on the TOEIC Bridge test, click here.

Are TFI test scores mapped to the CEFR?

Yes, TFI test scores are mapped to the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) levels A2 to C1.

What skills does the TFI test measure?

The TFI test measures listening and reading French language proficiency for non-native French speakers evolving in business and academic environments.

This test indicates test takers' ability to:

• participate in face-to-face communications, meetings, videoconferences, podcasts and conversations over the phone in a professional context.
• treat emails, reports, newsletters or any other type of professional correspondence.

For more information on the TFI tests, click here.

Why should I take the TOEIC Bridge test?

The TOEIC Bridge test measures the listening and reading comprehension skills required at the beginner and independent English level. This test is used by language schools, academic institutions and recruiters to:

• help individuals enhance their value and succeed in today’s global environment
• support training, development and promotion decisions
• to place students at appropriate English-language programme levels
• highlight English-language instruction areas that need improvement

For more information on the TOEIC Bridge test, click here.

Why should I take the TFI test?

The TFI test is a French-language proficiency test for people whose native language is not French.

It enables test takers to:

• assess their current level of French language proficiency
• enhance their French skills to qualify for a new position and/or promotion in a company
• monitor their progress in French
• set their own learning goals
• enhance their French skills toward recruiters

For more information on the TFI test, click here.

Why should I take the TOEFL ITP tests?

The TOEFL ITP® tests allow you to measure and evaluate English language proficiency for non-native English speakers students.

This makes the tests an essential tool for:

• Placement in intensive English-language programmes
• Progress monitoring in English-language programmes
• Exiting English-language programmes
• Admissions to short-term, non-degree programmes in English-speaking countries
• Admissions to undergraduate and graduate degree programmes in non-English speaking countries
• Admissions and placement in collaborative international degree programmes
• Scholarship programmes, as contributing documentation for academic English proficiency

For more information on the TOEFL ITP test, click here.

Why should I take the TOEFL Junior Standard test?

Intended for students ages 11+, the TOEFL Junior Standard test is an objective and reliable measure of students’ English-language proficiency. It measures the three following skills: listening comprehension, language form and meaning, and reading comprehension.

For more information on the TOEFL Junior Standard test, click here.

What is the difference between the TOEFL Junior test and the TOEFL IBT test?

Intended for students ages 11+, the TOEFL Junior tests are an objective and reliable measure of students’ English-language proficiency. For more information on TOEFL Junior tests, click here.

The TOEFL iBT test measures English skills students must use in an English speaking academic environment, including reading, listening, speaking and writing. It is mainly used for Higher Education/University admissions (ages 16+). For more information on the TOEFL IBT test, click here.

Why should I take the TOEFL Primary tests?

The TOEFL Primary tests are the first step on a student's path to reaching his or her full potential. The tests measure students' English communication skills and progress in English classes. TOEFL Primary scores provide meaningful feedback about their abilities to both you and their parents.

For more information on the TOEFL Primary tests, click here.

Are TOEFL ITP test scores mapped to the CEFR?

Yes, TOEFL ITP test scores are mapped to the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) levels A2 to C1.

What skills do the TOEFL ITP tests measure?

The TOEFL ITP tests measure skills in the three following areas:

• Listening Comprehension skills are essential when communicating in face-to-face situations, meetings, videoconferences, podcasts and conversations over the phone in a professional context
• Structure and Written Expression measures recognition of selected structural and grammatical points in standard written English
• Reading Comprehension skills measures the ability to read and understand academic reading material in English

The Speaking test evaluates the skills needed to speak English in everyday situations, as well as some basic campus and academic settings.

For more information on the TOEFL ITP tests, click here.

Are TOEFL Junior Standard test scores mapped to the CEFR?

Yes, TOEFL Junior tests scores are mapped to the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) levels A1 to B2.

What skills do the TOEFL Junior Standard tests measure?

The TOEFL Junior Standard tests measure skills in the three following areas for students ages 11+: reading comprehension, listening comprehension and language form and meaning.

For more information on the TOEFL Junior® Standard test, click here.

Are TOEFL Primary test scores mapped to the CEFR?

Yes, TOEFL Primary test scores are mapped to the CEFR (the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) levels A1 to B2.

What skills do the TOEFL Primary tests measure?

The TOEFL Primary Reading and Listening tests measure English reading and listening comprehension skills. Two levels of proficiency have been created (Step 1 and Step 2) in order to measure precisely the English skills acquired by students depending on their learning path.

The TOEFL Primary Speaking also measures speaking skills.

For more information on the TOEFL Primary tests, click here.