FIDE test preparation
🇨🇭 Prepare for the FIDE test with us... and take the test on site.
About the course
Type : Preparation for the FIDE test
Target audience: Adults
Pace: 6 hours of private lessons adapted to your level
Format: Private lessons
Location: Geneva center (classroom-based)
Objective: Quickly acquire the skills to be ready on test day
Session times
Schedule: Appointments scheduled according to your availability and that of the trainer.
Start date: All year round
Rates
Fide preparation package: 6 hours - CHF 700
Registration procedure
The fide test assesses oral and written language skills in French, from level A1 to level B1.
It consists of two distinct parts:
- Speaking and understanding
- Reading and writing
You can register for just a specific section or for the full test.
Our preparation includes :
- Diagnostic evaluation of your level.
- Identification of strengths and areas for improvement.
- Hourly volume customized to your needs.
- Practical exercises and test simulations.
Free level test
Before starting a course, it's essential to assess your level so that you can join the group that suits you best. Take our free French test and receive personalized advice.
General terms and conditions
Financing fide preparation
Candidates generally have to pay for the FIDE test themselves. However, depending on your situation, some institutions may be able to offer assistance or cover the cost:
- Social assistance: if you are a beneficiary (e.g. Hospice Général in Geneva or cantonal social services).
- Unemployment / professional integration: if the test is required as part of a job search, the ORP can intervene.
- Cantonal integration programs: some cantons offer training vouchers or specific assistance.
- Employers: some employers finance the test when it is linked to their professional activity.
Applications are made directly to the relevant departments. Our school does not intervene in these procedures, but we direct candidates to the appropriate organizations.
FAQs
How are the lessons going?
Our courses are held in small groups to encourage interaction. Sessions can be face-to-face or videoconferencing, depending on your preference. Each course is led by a qualified trainer.
What is FIDE certification?
The fide certification attests to your level of competence in French. It is recognized by many institutions. Our courses will prepare you effectively for this exam.
How does payment work?
Online: you pay via Stripe (secure payment) for the chosen formula: 1 month, 3 months, pack or number of hours. - After payment, we contact you to schedule your lessons. On site: you can pay by cash, credit card, bank check or CAF check. In this case, registration takes place directly at the school. Important: anyone wishing to take a program outside the sessions indicated on our website should contact the school for a personalized quote.
Can I get a visa?
We provide a certificate of enrolment for students wishing to apply for a visa. It is important to check the specific requirements of your country. Please contact us for further information.
Is there any help available?
It is possible to obtain a CAF cheque from the State of Geneva.
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