Pearson English International Certificate
Institutions are able to purchase the online test now! Consumer payment with credit cards will be available in Jan 2022.
Why choose the International Certificate?
This brand-new generation of English language certificate has been designed to meet the practical needs of 21st century test-takers, employers and universities. But how is the International Certificate really different from other English tests?
Ultra-convenient
- easy online booking
- secure testing from home or test center
- single test, under 2 hours
Authentic
- certifies real-world English skills
- all 4 language skills
- tests individual skills, and in combination
Results for life
- printed certificate, never expires
- detailed performance breakdown
- personalized guidance on future learning
Secure
- secure online testing from home
- also available through test centers
- both methods backed by robust security
Recognized
- recognized in countries around the world
- respected by businesses and universities
- recognition list is constantly growing
Accessible
- any age (14+) and any level
- no specific preparation required
- free familiarization and practice tools
At-home testing, on your terms
Getting your International Certificate is straightforward and stress-free. Take it from home or any private location in under 2 hours, with results in less than 2 weeks*.
If home testing isn’t for you, you can check for availability across our global network of authorized test centers.
*Please note! For 2021, results will take 6-8 weeks. Benefit from a special discount until November 30, 2021.
Complete support and confidence
Test-taker support and resources
Test-takers, we’ve got your back! Take advantage of these great resources to make sure you do your best in your International Certificate test.
Pearson English Warm Up
This fun mobile app gives you real International Certificate test practice for free!
Practice with items like those you'll see on your test, across all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Readiness Test
This quick, online test tells you if you’re ready to pass the International Certificate at your chosen level.
If you have more work to do, the Readiness Test identifies your skills gaps and tells you what you need to do to achieve a pass.
Test familiarization
Find everything you need to know about taking the test.
Test questions
Get familiar with the sorts of questions you’ll be asked.
Test tips
The International Certificate is not a test of your memory or how much time you spend studying any particular book or course – but test tips are always helpful!
Your certificate and score report
Powerful direction for onward success.
You'll receive a printed certificate, which certifies your English level and is recognised by many employers and universities. It will never expire.
Use your score report to understand how your level was assigned, with a full breakdown of your skills and personalized recommendations to help you move forward and take your English to the next level.
If you're following a Pearson English course, including Speak Out, Business Partner, Wider World or Gold Experience your score report will also point you to the best activities in the book for your own personal progress.
