Prepare for your Second Language Evaluation (SLE)
In Public Service, you need to know French
Candidates wishing to work for the Federal Government of Canada are often asked to take a Second Language Evaluation. This test was made to validate their level in the French language.
When you take the Second Language Evaluation, you will see that it tries to set realistic objectives and to correspond to actual work-related situations.
- It covers the four language areas: Speaking, Writing, Listening and Reading.
- Be ready for them to test your French oral proficiency
- Be ready for them to test your writing abilities in French, too.
Prepare for a Second Language Evaluation
Listening
- listen to short French recordings of everyday life
- explain what you hear in your own words
Reading
- read short messages, recipes, informational texts
- read and understand French documents of general interest
Writing
- describe events or personal experiences on paper « et en Français »
- give or ask information
- read a French essay or letter and express your personal opinion about it
Speaking
- participate in guided French conversations
- interactive exercises
- role play
- expressing an opinion
Times / locations in Calgary
- preparation classes for the Second Language Evaluation are private and can take place year round
- you can have 1.0, 1.5 or 2.0 hour classes
- flexible tutoring times
- afternoon, evening or morning sessions
- classes from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- weekdays
- in-home classes or at our locations
Best Prices
Exam Preparation Rates
- starting at $70 / hr (all payments are receipted)
- GST is applied to adult classes
For SLE preparation, call: 403.629.6710
Nathalie Moore
Email: nathalie@smart-tutors.com
Senior French Teacher
DEUG, B. Ed
- located Calgary SW
- teaches adults from beginner to advanced
- DELF examinator
SMART TUTORS
4407 47 ST SW
CALGARY AB T3E 3X5
Private classes are made by appointment only.
