Why a Portuguese Certification Preparation Course?

 

By attending our Portuguese language courses, you will be able to take the official exams required in various countries. These certificates are essential both in the university context (to access, for example, foreign academic institutes and universities), and in the world of work (to access certain positions in private or public companies). Furthermore, certifications represent excellent points of reference for evaluating your CV and constitute a concrete stimulus and an objective to work towards during the course. In the case of Portuguese, the two reference exams are the CELPE-Bras (Certificado de Proficiência em Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros) for Brazilian Portuguese and the CAPLE (Certificado de Avaliação de Português Língua Estrangeira) for Portuguese Portuguese.

Top Portuguese language certifications include:

  1. CELPE-Bras

The CELPE-Bras is the official certificate of linguistic competence in Portuguese for foreigners issued by the Brazilian government. This exam evaluates oral and written comprehension and production skills in Portuguese.

  1. CAPLE

The CAPLE (Certificado de Avaliação de Português Língua Estrangeira) is an internationally recognized certificate that evaluates the language skills of non-native Portuguese speakers. The certificate is divided into different levels, from A1 to C2, which correspond to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Join our Portuguese certification preparation course to acquire the necessary language skills and obtain your official certificate. Our qualified teachers are ready to help you achieve your language goals and successfully pass your certification exams. Contact Us today to start your learning journey with us.

Certify your level

 
International certifications for all languages ​​and levels

Interdialog follows the CEFR programs (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

Before the start of the course it is possible to request and take the level evaluation test on our website, to evaluate the starting point and objectives.

At the end of each course I reach the level the Interdialog school issues, included in the price of the course, a certificate of the level achieved (A1 / A2 / B1 / B2 / C1 / C2) certificate that serves academically and corporately.

Following the training plans of the common European framework of reference for languages ​​are preparatory for any international certifications in fact through the secretariat at the end of the courses the exam sessions can be scheduled.

Portuguese Course and Certification – Levels A1 & A2

What you’ll learn in an Interdialog Portuguese course at levels A1 and A2 (online or in-person):

Personal and Everyday Use Competencies

  • Introduce yourself and provide personal information such as name, age, nationality, and profession.

  • Use greetings, expressions of gratitude, and polite phrases in common social contexts.

  • Order food and drinks, shop, and ask for information in stores.

  • Ask for and give directions, book services or facilities.

  • Write short messages, simple emails, or fill out forms with personal data.

Professional and Competitive Contexts

  • Introduce yourself and your professional role formally.

  • Understand simple instructions and basic company regulations.

  • Read job advertisements, schedules, and essential professional documents.

  • Fill out forms, send brief emails, and participate in basic exchanges.

  • Prepare for elementary language tests required for jobs and selections.

Academic and University Contexts

  • Read simple texts like class schedules, notices, and school instructions.

  • Understand written and oral instructions for exercises or classroom activities.

  • Write brief descriptions on personal, school, or common interest topics.

  • Listen to basic recordings such as educational dialogues and introductory audio.

  • Acquire fundamental Portuguese grammar structures: articles, pronouns, regular verbs.

Portuguese Certification Exams

CAPLE A1 (Certificado Inicial de Português Língua Estrangeira), CAPLE A2 (Certificado Elementar de Português Língua Estrangeira), DIPLE (Diploma Intermédio de Português Língua Estrangeira), DEPLE (Diploma Elementar de Português Língua Estrangeira), DAPLE (Diploma Avançado de Português Língua Estrangeira), DUPLE (Diploma Universitário de Português Língua Estrangeira), CELPE-Bras (Certificado de Proficiência em Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros)

Portuguese Course and Certification – Level B1

What you’ll learn in an Interdialog Portuguese course at level B1 (online or in-person):

Personal and Everyday Use Competencies

  • Engage in conversations about personal experiences, travel, interests, and daily activities.

  • Describe past events, express opinions, and discuss future plans clearly.

  • Understand moderately complex texts such as emails, articles, short stories, and travel guides.

  • Write letters, informal messages, and brief narrative or descriptive texts.

  • Handle practical situations like bookings, complaints, or information requests.

Professional and Competitive Contexts

  • Communicate effectively in everyday workplace situations.

  • Draft professional emails, forms, and brief reports in Portuguese.

  • Understand company instructions, internal regulations, and simple documents.

  • Present your business or job role during meetings or formal encounters.

  • Participate in moderately complex oral exchanges with Portuguese-speaking colleagues or clients.

Academic and University Contexts

  • Read academic or school texts on general topics of moderate difficulty.

  • Write reports, summaries, and short essays with grammatical accuracy and coherence.

  • Understand audio recordings, videos, and oral explanations in educational contexts.

  • Prepare for intermediate-level language exams in academic settings.

  • Consolidate grammatical foundations and expand technical and specialized vocabulary.

Portuguese Certification Exams

CAPLE B1 (Certificado Inicial de Português Língua Estrangeira), DIPLE (Diploma Intermédio de Português Língua Estrangeira), DEPLE (Diploma Elementar de Português Língua Estrangeira), DAPLE (Diploma Avançado de Português Língua Estrangeira), DUPLE (Diploma Universitário de Português Língua Estrangeira), CELPE-Bras (Certificado de Proficiência em Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros)

Portuguese Course and Certification – Level B2

What you’ll learn in an Interdialog Portuguese course at level B2 (online or in-person):

Personal and Everyday Use Competencies

  • Participate in complex conversations on personal, cultural, social, and current topics.

  • Understand newspaper articles, informative essays, interviews, and authentic audiovisual content.

  • Write formal letters, reports, reviews, and short essays with linguistic proficiency.

  • Use advanced grammatical structures, logical connectors, and varied communication registers.

  • Manage unforeseen situations during travel, public interactions, or complex communications.

Professional and Competitive Contexts

  • Write reports, proposals, and formal correspondence for professional use in Portuguese.

  • Conduct phone conversations and meetings in the workplace fluently.

  • Understand technical documents, contracts, complex instructions, and corporate communications.

  • Participate in negotiations, selections, and interviews in international or multilingual contexts.

  • Prepare for language tests required for public competitions or jobs in Portuguese-speaking environments.

Academic and University Contexts

  • Read and analyze academic texts, specialized articles, and advanced educational material.

  • Write essays, reports, abstracts, and presentations with logical structure and coherence.

  • Understand lectures, conferences, and seminars with complex content.

  • Engage in academic debates and discussions using appropriate vocabulary and syntax.

  • Develop critical and communicative skills for higher education studies in Portugal or Brazil.

Portuguese Certification Exams

CAPLE B2 (Certificado Inicial de Português Língua Estrangeira), DIPLE (Diploma Intermédio de Português Língua Estrangeira), DEPLE (Diploma Elementar de Português Língua Estrangeira), DAPLE (Diploma Avançado de Português Língua Estrangeira), DUPLE (Diploma Universitário de Português Língua Estrangeira), CELPE-Bras (Certificado de Proficiência em Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros)

Portuguese Course and Certification – Level C1

What you’ll learn in an Interdialog Portuguese course at level C1 (online or in-person):

Personal and Everyday Use Competencies

  • Understand complex texts of various types, including literary, journalistic, and academic.

  • Express well-structured and reasoned opinions on abstract or cultural topics.

  • Participate in spontaneous conversations and debates with fluency and linguistic precision.

  • Write essays, editorials, formal letters, and documents with advanced structure.

  • Interpret implied meanings, irony, and linguistic nuances in conversations and texts.

Professional and Competitive Contexts

  • Draft complex documentation such as reports, business proposals, and market analyses.

  • Lead negotiations, meetings, and professional presentations with linguistic proficiency.

  • Understand regulatory texts, technical manuals, and formal corporate communications.

  • Participate in interviews and competitions with advanced Portuguese language tests.

  • Communicate effectively in multicultural and international Portuguese-speaking environments.

Academic and University Contexts

  • Read and analyze complex academic texts in humanities, sciences, or technical fields.

  • Write research reports, theses, articles, and essays with appropriate academic register.

  • Participate in seminars, debates, and conferences with well-structured oral contributions.

  • Understand university lectures and educational materials with specialized terminology.

  • Successfully complete written and oral university exams with full linguistic autonomy.

Portuguese Certification Exams

CAPLE C1 (Certificado Inicial de Português Língua Estrangeira), DIPLE (Diploma Intermédio de Português Língua Estrangeira), DEPLE (Diploma Elementar de Português Língua Estrangeira), DAPLE (Diploma Avançado de Português Língua Estrangeira), DUPLE (Diploma Universitário de Português Língua Estrangeira), CELPE-Bras (Certificado de Proficiência em Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros)

Portuguese Course and Certification – Level C2

What you’ll learn in an Interdialog Portuguese course at level C2 (online or in-person):

Personal and Everyday Use Competencies

  • Fully comprehend complex written and oral texts, even with figurative language.

  • Engage effortlessly in conversations on any topic, adjusting register to context.

  • Express abstract concepts, emotional nuances, and well-structured opinions with linguistic precision.

  • Write sophisticated texts such as editorials, stories, opinion articles, and formal correspondence.

  • Interpret cultural allusions, irony, double meanings, and implicit communications.

Professional and Competitive Contexts

  • Draft complex professional documentation like contracts, strategic reports, and technical documents.

  • Conduct high-level negotiations, presentations, and international meetings in Portuguese-speaking contexts.

  • Translate, revise, and adapt business texts into Portuguese professionally.

  • Pass advanced language tests for public competitions and high-profile selections.

  • Communicate with authorities, organizations, and institutions using formal and effective language.

Academic and University Contexts

  • Analyze academic, literary, and specialized texts with complete language mastery.

  • Write articles, essays, theses, and academic publications with coherent structure and advanced style.

  • Actively participate in conferences, symposia, and university debates in Portuguese contexts.

  • Successfully complete complex written and oral exams, academic discussions, and critical evaluations.

  • Access research positions, doctoral programs, or teaching roles in Portuguese-speaking academic settings.

Portuguese Certification Exams

CAPLE C2 (Certificado Inicial de Português Língua Estrangeira), DIPLE (Diploma Intermédio de Português Língua Estrangeira), DEPLE (Diploma Elementar de Português Língua Estrangeira), DAPLE (Diploma Avançado de Português Língua Estrangeira), DUPLE (Diploma Universitário de Português Língua Estrangeira), CELPE-Bras (Certificado de Proficiência em Língua Portuguesa para Estrangeiros)

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