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Your guide to international exams

Which exam suits you, what each one is like and how we prepare you. To graduate, study abroad, migrate or grow in your career.

KEY PET FCE CAE IELTS TOEFL TOEIC MET ECCE DELE

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Step 1

What do you need the certificate for?

Choose your case and we'll show you the exams usually required. Before registering, always confirm the exact requirement with your university, company or consulate.

At a glance

The exams, side by side

Exam	Useful for	What it assesses	Result
KEYCambridge A2 Key	Certifying a basic level; widely used in schools	Reading & Writing, Listening, Speaking	CEFR level A2
PETCambridge B1 Preliminary	Showing you get by in everyday situations	Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking	B1 level, graded A, B or C
FCECambridge B2 First	Graduating at many universities in Peru, work	Reading & Use of English, Writing, Listening, Speaking	B2 level, graded A, B or C
CAECambridge C1 Advanced	Study and work at an advanced level	Reading & Use of English, Writing, Listening, Speaking	C1 level
IELTSAcademic and General	Study (Academic) or migration (General)	Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking	Band from 0 to 9
TOEFLiBT and ITP	Universities, especially in the US and Canada	iBT: all 4 skills. ITP: Listening, Reading, Structure	iBT: 1 to 6 scale since 2026
TOEICL&R and S&W	Applying for jobs or promotions at companies	Two tests: Listening & Reading, Speaking & Writing	L&R: from 10 to 990 points
MichiganMET and ECCE	Certifying your level with an American exam	Language skills with grammar included	MET: several levels · ECCE: B2
DELESpanish · Instituto Cervantes	Certifying your Spanish as a foreign language: study, work or Spanish nationality	Reading and listening comprehension, written and spoken expression	Pass (Apto) or fail (No apto), from A1 to C2

Exam by exam

What each one is like and how we prepare you

Cambridge

KEY

A2 KeyElementary

Prepare for KEY All about the KEY →

The first Cambridge certificate for adults and school students. It shows you can communicate in simple everyday situations: introducing yourself, understanding short notices, writing a brief message.

Test 1Reading & WritingShort everyday texts and brief messages.

Test 2ListeningSimple conversations and announcements.

Test 3SpeakingA guided conversation, together with another candidate.

Ideal for school students and for those who want a first certificate to motivate them to keep going.

Cambridge

PET

B1 PreliminaryIntermediate

Prepare for PET All about the PET →

It certifies that you get by easily in everyday situations: understanding emails, announcements and conversations, and expressing your opinion. It lasts about 2 hours and 20 minutes and is graded A, B or C.

6 parts · 32 questionsReadingSigns, emails, announcements and short articles. General information, details and opinions.

2 partsWritingA short message and, your choice, a story or an article.

4 parts · 25 questionsListeningConversations, announcements, instructions and radio programs.

4 partsSpeakingIn pairs or threes, with two examiners: one talks and the other assesses.

How we prepare you

Training for each section
Regular graded mock exams
Audio and video workshops at no extra cost
Grammar classes to avoid mistakes

Format

Small group or one-to-one program
We assess your needs before you start
If you need a higher level, we bring you up to it first

Cambridge

FCE

B2 FirstUpper intermediate

Prepare for FCE All about the FCE →

One of the best-known English certificates in the world. Many universities in Peru accept it to meet the language requirement for graduation, and many companies ask for it to prove your English. It's graded A, B or C.

Test 1Reading & Use of EnglishReading comprehension, grammar and vocabulary in context.

Test 2WritingAn essay and a second text of your choice (letter, article, review…).

Test 3ListeningDifferent types of audio and accents.

Test 4SpeakingPaired interview with two examiners.

How we prepare you

Techniques for each question type
What to do and what to avoid so you don't lose points
Audio bank and mock exams in your virtual classroom
Intensive practice for the speaking interview

Before you start

You need a level close to B2
Studied it years ago and forgot it? We bring you up to level first
One-to-one or group course (see prices)

Cambridge

CAE

C1 AdvancedAdvanced

Prepare for CAE All about the CAE →

For those who already handle English confidently and want to prove an advanced level, useful for university studies and demanding professional roles. It has the same four tests as the FCE, with more complex texts and tasks.

We also prepare you for other Cambridge exams, from the young learners' ones (Movers, Flyers) to C2 Proficiency. Ask us.

British Council · IDP

IELTS

AcademicGeneral

Prepare for IELTS All about the IELTS →

The exam usually required to study or live in an English-speaking country. It has two versions: Academic, for undergraduate or postgraduate study, and General, for migration. It's an international exam, not just a British one: in Listening you hear several accents.

Same in bothListeningAudio with different accents. Several answers are written in two or three words at most.

Varies by versionReadingAcademic: complex texts, like university ones. General: general-interest texts.

Varies by versionWritingAcademic: describe a graph and write an essay. General: a letter and an essay.

Same in bothSpeakingFace-to-face interview: fluency, pronunciation and accuracy are assessed.

How we prepare you

Writing workshops for essays and letters
Listening practice and conversation workshops
Full, graded mock exams so you know when you're ready

What level you need

Academic: intermediate to advanced
General: depends a lot on the score required in your case
If you're a beginner, you first level up and then prepare

Useful to know: you can write with American or British spelling, but don't mix them in the same exam.

ETS

TOEFL

iBTITP

Prepare for TOEFL All about the TOEFL →

The American English exam required by universities in the United States and many in Canada and other countries. Before you prepare, check which version and score the institution you're applying to requires.

Most widely usedTOEFL iBTOnline. It measures all four skills, with questions that combine listening, reading and speaking or writing.

InstitutionalTOEFL ITPShorter: Listening, Reading and Structure. Used by universities and institutions for placement or local certification.

New since January 2026: the TOEFL iBT is scored on a scale of 1 to 6, aligned with the CEFR (a 5 equals C1). For two years, the report also shows the equivalent score on the previous 0–120 scale, which many universities still use in their requirements.

How we prepare you

Strong focus on Listening and Speaking, the hardest sections
Strategies to use your time well
Audio bank and mock exams in your virtual classroom

What level you need

Intermediate to advanced, depending on your target score
The course trains you for the exam; it isn't an English course from zero
If you need a higher level, we bring you up to it first

ETS

TOEIC

Listening & ReadingSpeaking & Writing

Prepare for TOEIC All about the TOEIC →

The English exam for work. Many national and multinational companies require it for applications and promotions. Unlike the TOEFL or IELTS, it splits the skills into two tests you can take separately or on the same day.

Most requestedListening & Reading200 questions: 100 Listening in 45 minutes and 100 Reading in 75. Score from 10 to 990.

For communication rolesSpeaking & WritingOn a computer that records your answers. Each section is scored from 0 to 200.

BothTOEIC 4 SkillsThe two tests combined.

As a reference: many companies ask for between 550 and 780 points in Listening & Reading, which corresponds to an intermediate level. Over 780 indicates upper intermediate.

Michigan Language Assessment

Michigan

METECCE · B2

Prepare for Michigan All about the MET → All about the ECCE →

Recognized American exams to certify your level. The MET measures several levels in a single test, and the ECCE certifies a B2 level. Unlike the IELTS or TOEFL iBT, they include grammar questions.

We also prepare you for the ECPE (C2 level) and other exams such as the GRE, GMAT or SAT. Ask us about your case.

Instituto Cervantes

DELE

A1A2B1B2C1C2

Prepare for the DELE All about the DELE →

The Instituto Cervantes' official diplomas of Spanish as a foreign language. There's one exam per level, from DELE A1 to DELE C2, and the diploma doesn't expire. It's useful for studying, working or applying for Spanish nationality, which requires an A2 or higher.

We also prepare you for the SIELE, the computer-based Spanish exam that measures your level from A1 to C1. It's part of our Spanish for foreigners course.

Your preparation

More than mock exams

We know the hardest part is understanding spoken English and speaking fluently. That's why we combine exam strategy with plenty of real practice.

Diagnosis first

We look at your strengths and weaknesses before you start, so classes focus on what you need most.

Graded mock exams

In the real format and graded, so you know how you're doing and when you're ready to register.

Practice workshops

Writing for essays and letters, listening to train your ear and conversation to gain fluency.

Virtual classroom

Audio bank, mock exams and guided speaking and writing practice with instant corrections.

One-to-one or small group

Private classes at your time and pace, or very small groups with more chances to speak.

Level-up if you need it

If your level doesn't yet reach the score you're aiming for, we first raise it, before or alongside the preparation.

28 hours · one-to-one

One-to-one preparation

English: KEY, PET, FCE, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC and Michigan. Spanish: DELE (A1–C2) and SIELE. One-to-one classes at your time, with graded mock exams and practice workshops.

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28 hours · group

Group preparation

The same exams in a small group, with more chances to speak and mock exams in the real format. Opens with a minimum of 4 students.

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Intro class

S/ 50S/ 55

We assess your level and build your plan around your exam and your date.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about the exams

What's the point of certifying my English level?

An international certificate is official proof of your level, recognized by universities, companies and governments. It can help you graduate, apply for a scholarship or master's degree, get a job or a promotion, or apply for a visa.

What's the difference between the IELTS and the TOEFL?

Both measure your English as a foreign language and include Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. The TOEFL is American and the most requested in the United States; IELTS Academic is preferred in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. More and more universities accept either one, so check what yours requires.

The TOEFL iBT is taken on a computer and has questions that combine skills. In the IELTS, Speaking is a face-to-face interview.

Do I need to prepare if I already speak English well?

Yes, it's worth it. These exams have very specific formats and limited time. Knowing each question type, what to avoid and practicing with mock exams can make a big difference to your score, even if your English is already good.

My level is basic. Can I still prepare?

Yes. Prep courses train you for the exam, but they don't teach English from zero. If your level doesn't yet reach the score you need, we first raise it with personalized or conversation classes, and then (or alongside) prepare you for the exam.

How long do I need to prepare?

It depends on your current level, the score you need and how many hours a week you can put in. We decide it with you in the intro class, based on your exam date. You can make a first estimate with our study plan simulator.

Do you run the exam or register me for it?

We prepare you. Each candidate sits the exam at a center authorized by the institution that runs it. If you're not sure which exam to take or what score you need, we'll help you find out.

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