What is the LILATE Test?

Lingueo, a pioneer in remote private language lessons since 2007, became a certifying body in 2017 and has been administering the Foreign Language Work Aptitude Test – LILATE® since then.

Please note that the LILATE is a language certification that can be obtained as part of a language training program funded by the CPF and provided by the training organization Lingueo. For more information on the language training programs offered by Lingueo, you can find the link here: Lingueo Training Offers.

LILATE® stands for LIVE LANGUAGE TEST.

The LILATE® allows all employment professionals to assess a candidate's operational language skills. The test is conducted remotely via videoconference by native-speaking examiners of the test language.

The LILATE® stands out in 3 key areas:

1. Diversity: LILATE® allows testing of a person's skills in more than 10 languages.
2. Accessibility: While most existing tests take place in physical locations, LILATE®'s identification system enables it to be conducted remotely and at any time. This is a significant advancement for individuals with disabilities and those living in areas not well-served by urban centers.
3. Professionalism: LILATE® focuses on evaluating an individual's skills in a professional context. The assessment, conducted by an experienced examiner, closely mirrors the real-world conditions candidates may face when seeking employment or employees aiming to advance within their company.

LILATE® (Live Language Test) certifies an individual's language proficiency and their ability to work in a foreign language, particularly when interacting with native speakers.

The goal is to certify a person's operational ability to work in a foreign language, both orally and in writing. LILATE® enables recruiters and HR departments to assess a candidate's ability to work in a foreign language or an employee's potential for career advancement within the company.

More than just a linguistic assessment tool, this adaptive online test is designed to help professionals and training organizations evaluate an employee's or intern's ability to work in more than 10 languages.

LILATE© is the first adaptive language assessment certificate that allows you to attest to your real level in a foreign language.

TOP 5 Benefits of LILATE for the Candidate:

1. A comprehensive test: LILATE evaluates all language skills.
2. Eco-friendly: No need to travel to a center to attest to your skills: LILATE is conducted 100% remotely.
3. Human and supportive: No stress; the evaluation is conducted from start to finish with the support of a kind examiner whose mission is to help you showcase your skills rather than penalize you with a level.
4. Clear: LILATE certifies your skills according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and also translates your skills into phrases understandable to your employer or future recruiter.
5. Adaptive: LILATE understands and adapts to your professional situation and level.

Updated on: 11/09/2025