LANGUAGE PROFIENCY REQUIREMENTS - UPDATED CUTSCORES/BENCHMARK LEVELS

Sep 30, 2026

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Language proficiency requirements updated with revised cutscores/benchmark levels for internationally educated entry-level candidates seeking practice in Canada, effective immediately. The update provides targets for IELTS Academic, CELBAN, and TEF Canada across reading, listening, writing, speaking, and where applicable overall. Compared with 2011-established levels, the 2022 update introduces critical differences including cutscores for all three listening tests and a revised cutscore recommendation for IELTS Academic writing.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

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Reading Time3 min

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Updated Cutscores/Benchmark Levels

Effective immediately and required test targets

Key differences from 2011-established levels

FAQs

When do the updated cutscores/benchmark levels take effect?

The updated cutscores/benchmark levels are effective immediately.

Which tests and skills are included in the cutscores tables?

The tables cover IELTS Academic, CELBAN, and TEF Canada, with scores for reading, listening, writing, and speaking, and an overall level where provided.

What key changes does the 2022 update introduce compared with 2011 levels?

The 2022 update includes cutscores for all three listening tests and adds a cutscore recommendation for the IELTS Academic writing test, along with other revised targets.

Sep 30, 2026

Uploaded by Jiven