CAEL

The Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test is a standardised test meant to assess test takers' English language skills before they enrol in an English-medium college or university or apply for membership in various professional groups. It serves as an alternative to both the British IELTS Academic Test and the American TOEFL test.

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CAEL is one of the most effective techniques for identifying students who have the necessary English abilities for academic success. It offers an accurate portrayal of language use in a Canadian academic setting. Test takers complete tasks similar to those they might encounter in a first-year classroom in a Canadian university or college, including reading articles, listening to lectures, answering questions, and writing brief essays.

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Currently, CAEL is accepted as proof of English language ability for admission to academic programmes at more than 185 Canadian institutions and colleges. A list of these accepting institutions can be found on the CAEL website at CAEL.ca.