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Originally Posted by coloma gold
Bev,,
Regarding the language skills requirement.. are there independant, accedited schools, that are available so that it will be more better instruction and a better teacher/student ratio? I have had several years of french but it is not my strength and I anticipate that I will not be able to pass the test.. Additionally, is the test primarily a reading/writing skills or does it include hearing and speaking? Do you know the length of the test? Thanks.
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Honestly, I have heard absolutely nothing about the test for language ability. Most folks I know have been "assessed" informally, either at the consulate when they have their interview, or (in my case) by the local prefecture, again during one of the "interviews." It seems like you "pass" if you manage the interview in French.
If they determine that you don't speak enough French to meet the requirement, then taking the free state-run class appears to be mandatory. Though, if you showed them you were enrolled in a private class, I suspect they'd exempt you. There isn't an "accreditation" for French programs as far as I know, other than the general registration of businesses offering "formation."
Cheers,
Bev