Listening & Interactive Speaking
Verifying both listening and speaking abilities provides a comprehensive measure of an individual's proficiency in English, crucial for effective communication and collaboration in verbal contexts in the workplace.
The English 360° exam and the CPF*
The English 360° certification exam is approved by
France Compétences -
Communiquer
en
anglais professionnel - English 360°
(RS6341)
English 360° is the most
comprehensive,
practical and affordable CPF certificate on the market to assess professional English.
*Compte Personnel de Formation (CPF)
Easily validate English skills for the workplace with the English 360° certification exam
Working in English
requires the
ability to combine different
English skills.
Our complete 5-skill (listening, reading, writing, interactive speaking
and
spoken production) assessment includes real-world scenarios enabling an
accurate
verification of a candidate's ability to work in English.
Reading & Writing
To verify professional English abilities in a written context, it is essential to evaluate both reading and writing skills individually and collectively, as they together form the foundation of comprehensive written communication competence.
Precision
CEFR-aligned results
English 360 certificate results are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), which is a comprehensive and internationally recognized standard for describing language ability.
- Global Recognition.
- CEFR levels are globally recognized, enhancing their value for academic, employment, and visa applications.
- Clear Proficiency Description.
- The CEFR outlines six levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) from basic to proficient language use in 5 language competencies: listening, reading, writing, interactive speaking, and spoken production.
- Standardized Assessment.
- CEFR alignment guarantees standardized, fair, and reliable language proficiency assessments.
Compte Personnel de Formation (CPF)
What is the CPF?
The CPF, or Compte Personnel de Formation, is a personal training account for all working individuals in France. It aims to promote skills development and support career progression.
- Accrual of Training Rights.
- Each year, employees accumulate training rights in a CPF account. These rights remain with them throughout their career, even if they change jobs or experience periods of unemployment.
- Wide Range of Courses.
- CPF covers a diverse range of training programs, including English language certifications. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals aiming to improve their English proficiency for better career prospects.
Are you a French training organisation?
English 360° 2023 CPF Stats
- Increase in certificate registrations vs 2022
- +3000%
- CPF partners in France
- 300+
- Top-rated candidate experience
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- Average certificate score
- B1++
Secure
Advanced anti-cheating measures
English 360° offers a solution that includes advanced online proctoring tools that protect the integrity of the online assessment process. Taking full advantage of the latest technology, artificial intelligence and facial recognition, English 360° is one of the most innovative and secure certification platforms available.
We’ve built advanced security features you need to feel confident:
- ID verification.
- Multi-factor identity authentication: picture of photo ID, facial recognition and evaluator verification. Strict compliance with GDPR. Automated proctoring - Continuous test-taker photo capture with time stamp, randomized test questions, timed question response, pause/resume tracked and monitored.
- Secure browser settings.
- Automated monitoring of test-taker\’s actions, IP address changes flagged, new tab opens reported, copy/paste functions disabled.
- Reporting.
- Flagged tests include incident notification within 24 hours, test-taker photo verification with report results.
Save time
How it works
Built-in automation for our CPF partners.
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Registration
Candidates automatically emailed personalized Welcome Kit
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Invitation
Invitations sent automatically as well as reminders!
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Take the exam
No pre-booking, tests taken 24/7 on any device - Mac, PC or mobile!
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Results
Automatically receive results within 24 hours and automatically share with candidate
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English 360° helps streamline your certification process.
CPF English Certifications
Compare English 360°
English 360° is more comprehensive, more convenient, and cheaper than most certificates on the market!
- competencies evaluated
- 100%
- cheaper than other certificates
- at least 40%
- shorter than most certificates
- 50%
- online for you and your trainees
- 100%
Partnership Process: Meeting Our High Standards
Express your interest in joining over 300 top-tier training organizations by submitting a request for an initial evaluation.
Submission and Evaluation
Potential CPF partners in France are invited to submit a partnership application only after meeting the initial criteria. The application includes information such as company details, a recent KBIS extract, Qualiopi certification, website URL, and sample training programs. Once submitted, our jury will evaluate the materials to assess partnership eligibility.
Selection
Our CPF partners uphold the highest standards of training excellence and accountability. Your organization must demonstrate a strong commitment to language training and advancing candidate development. Adherence to ethical and responsible use of public funds is a critical requirement.
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
- Why take English 360°?
- English 360° can be taken by anyone who needs to verify their English levels for English training programs, university admissions and graduation requirements or for personal and professional enhancement.
- Why English 360° certification?
- English 360° is one of the most comprehensive and convenient tests available, , perfectly suited to easily and quickly prove English skills. English 360° meets the demanding needs of training centers, companies and universities regarding assessment quality, security and accuracy.
- What is English 360°?
- English 360° evaluates 5 language skills including speaking (dialog and interaction), writing, reading and listening. Results are aligned with the European CECRL scale. English 360° is a comprehensive and easy-to-implement certification accepted internationally, including an official English language proficiency certification in France.
- Where to take the English 360° certification?
- The certification is 100% online - no need to make an appointment or travel to a testing center. Test-takers take the certification at their convenience.
- When to take the test?
- English 360° is taken after English training or for verification of English proficiency levels. All that is needed to take the test is a computer or mobile device, an internet connection, and a personal English 360° link - nothing is simpler!
- What is assessed on the English 360° exam?
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- All professional English skills are evaluated:
- * Listening and Reading
- * Speaking (interaction and dialog)
- * Written expression
- * Plus an assessment of grammatical knowledge
- All professional English skills are evaluated:
- How is English 360° scored?
- The results are calculated by an algorithm (written/oral comprehension and grammar), and then the written and oral expressions are scored by experienced and certified native English speakers. Our examiners are linguistic experts and go through a rigorous selection process.
- How do you receive the certificate and results?
- The certificate and results are available in PDF format within 24 hours.
- How to interpret the results?
- The results include a detailed report of the skills of each test-taker:
- * The CECRL level for each skill tested
- * The CECRL level for verbal and written skills
- * The overall CECRL level
- * An explanation of what each score means in terms of English abilities.
- The results include a detailed report of the skills of each test-taker:
- What is the process for taking an English 360° certification?
- English 360° certification is taken without an appointment in conjunction with a training centre, company or university. Instructions vary depending on the purpose of the test.
- How much does English 360° cost?
- Pricing varies depending on the purpose of the certification.
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