French certification preparation
Prepare for DELF, DALF or TCF with a clear method.
Personalised preparation in Geneva, Lausanne or online, focused on the skills and format relevant to your target examination.
Official French qualifications
DELF and DALF
DELF and DALF are official French-language diplomas issued by France Éducation international on behalf of the French Ministry of Education. DELF covers CEFR levels A1 to B2; DALF covers C1 and C2.
Preparation combines language development with practice for the examination tasks: listening, reading, spoken production and written production. The balance is adapted to your current level, target diploma and examination date.
Swiss Language Academy provides preparation and coaching only. Registration, examination dates, fees and diplomas are handled by authorised examination centres.
Official DELF-DALF information — France Éducation international
A certifying test
TCF
The TCF (Test de connaissance du français) assesses French-language ability through a test rather than a diploma by CEFR level. France Éducation international currently offers four main versions: TCF Tout Public, TCF IRN, TCF Canada and TCF Québec.
The correct version depends on the organisation or authority requesting proof of French. Before preparing, confirm the exact test and skills required for your procedure.
Our preparation can target listening, reading, speaking, writing and test strategy according to the version you intend to take.
Personalised preparation
Work on the skills that cost you points.
- Speaking: organise your ideas, respond clearly and become more confident under timed conditions.
- Writing: improve structure, accuracy, vocabulary and compliance with the task.
- Listening and reading: develop efficient comprehension strategies and identify recurring difficulties.
- Exam method: practise realistic tasks, timing and correction based on your target qualification.
Before we start
Bring your target and deadline.
A useful preparation plan starts with three facts: your current level, the exact qualification or test requested, and your intended examination date.
We do not promise a result or a fixed number of hours. Progress depends on your starting point, attendance, personal work and the level required.