Language

English Language Assessment

  • Service Areas – Nanaimo, Lantzville, Duncan, Parksville, Port Alberni, Tofino, and Ucluelet.
  • Free language assessment for eligible newcomers to enroll in the English classes.
  • The Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) and the Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Assessment (CLBPA).
  • Individuals seeking admission to certain professional & career programs, such as Health Care Assistant (HCA), can take the CLB assessment for a fee.
  • Assessments are currently conducted in person. Remote assessments will be available soon. Stay tuned for updates.

We are committed to promoting the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and respect for all peoples.

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With the respectful acknowledgement that the CVIMS community is located on the Traditional Territories of Snuneymuxw and Snaw-Naw-As First Nations.