Written by Gabriela Estrada

The CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) is an English language proficiency test used primarily for permanent residency and citizenship in Canada. Every year, foreigners from the Hispanic world are required to take this test to demonstrate their language proficiency and meet one of the most demanding requirements in the country: speaking Canadian English. Unfortunately, many Hispanics do not pass with a high score because they do not prepare sufficiently and make mistake after mistake. make mistake after mistake without knowing that this can be avoided.

What are these mistakes and how to avoid them? This is today's topic on the Planeta Immiland blog. Here I present a guide to some common mistakes that are made when taking the CELPIP test and how to avoid them. Take note of each of them before you take the test. Let's get started!

The most common mistakes in CELPIP and how to avoid them

People who take the CELPIP exam without having prepared well not only have low scores, but also have to repeat it the next time, these are some of the reasons:

• Failure to follow test instructions

The CELPIP requires full compliance with the tasks. Keep in mind that the evaluators are very attentive and will notice the extent to which the instructions were followed to correctly address each prompt. 

This error can be avoided by using a quality minute to carefully read each item and give complete answers, with the appropriate tone for the social context of the task and word count within the given range.

It is important that you enter into a phase of absolute concentration from the moment you take the exam until you finish it.

• Poor time management

Underestimating time management to answer the entire exam is a big mistake. In fact, the CELPIP has an average number of minutes allotted to each section and, if you do not dedicate the specific time to each question, your performance will suffer.

To do so, distribute the time in terms of percentage and results.Spend 50% on understanding the text and the question, this will help you to know what comes next. Then use the other 50% to answer. This will help you to focus on spelling and writing, as well as using mnemonics to remember the necessary vocabulary, etc.

• Fast and careless typing

The quick answers to get out of the way lead to grammatical errors that can negatively affect your score. that can negatively affect your punctuation. Evaluators focus on the readability category of the text and measure how intelligible and fluent your writing is, whether you use paragraphs and formatting to improve the readability of your answers, whether you handle connectors and transitions appropriately and effectively, etc.

To avoid these errors, check your answers carefully and make sure that they are coherent and related to the context of the topic to the context of the topic proposed in the exam.

• Not practicing with real examples

The lack of preparation and daily practice with real examples of the CELPIP exam lays a bad foundation for the candidate. In fact, pretending that this test is easy pretending that this test is easy just because you are already proficient in English is one of the most common mistakes, since the CELPIP has performance standards. For example, in oral expression, the evaluators determine the coherence of your oral responses, whether your ideas are well organized, whether you are able to express precise meaning, and even how minimal your pauses and hesitations are when responding.

In order to avoid these inaccuracies, it is best to to carry out simulations during the preparation phase. The key to avoiding errors in the CELPIP is to familiarize yourself with the test format.

There are specific preparation courses to take this exam. Our language school, Planeta Immiland Educationoffers them and we help many students in Canada to pass this test with a high score.

CELPIP preparation course

Planeta Immiland is the first language school for immigration purposes in Canada. One of our most requested courses is the CELPIP preparation course. CELPIP preparationThis program includes:

• Effective study methods, with evidence-based teaching techniques and the real Canadian environment to help students improve their local English skills.

• Intensive classes for students to practice with real exam formats and become familiar with the exam environment.

• Personalized feedback from certified teachers, who provide individualized attention so that students can identify and correct their mistakes.

• Access to free study materials, videos and online preparation sessions.

Do you want to pass the CELPIP with a high score and without making mistakes? At Planeta Immiland, we prepare you with our CELPIP Preparation Course (advanced level required) and get you to the score you need.

I hope this topic will be helpful for you to avoid making mistakes on the CELPIP exam. success on the test and thanks for reading us! See you in the next blog.

With love, 

Planeta Immiland Education