Language Proficiency

Language Proficiency Test (LPT)

Key Benefits & Features

ILR-based oral assessment: Measures grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and overall fluency using the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale, widely recognized by U.S. government and academic institutions.
Proven testing standards: Backed by more than 40 years of experience in over 87 million annual interpreting encounters; reviewed and validated by linguists, subject-matter experts, and psychometricians.
Fully oral evaluation: Conducted as an interview in the target language, ensuring an accurate measure of true language ability beyond basic bilingual skills.

Digital eLPT option: Available in 17 languages, including English, with convenient online registration and flexible phone-based scheduling.
Seamless HR integration: Works with HR systems and company intranets, simplifying hiring workflows and delivering fast, secure results.
Workforce readiness: Especially effective for call-center and customer-facing roles, certifying professional fluency and communication skills.

What the LPT Provides

LanguageLine®’s Language Proficiency Test (LPT) helps organizations assess, certify, and document language skills for bilingual employees, interpreters, or candidates. Unlike casual bilingualism, the LPT validates readiness for professional communication — ensuring that individuals can perform effectively in roles where clear and accurate language is critical.

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eLanguage Proficiency Test (eLPT)

Testing fluency and competency in your bilingual and interpreter staff, as well as candidates for hire, has never been easier. The eLPT is available in 17 languages, including English. The eLPT offers online delivery of the Language Proficiency Test, allowing for quicker, more convenient testing of bilingual staff and applicants without compromising the quality of the results.

Candidates register online and complete the test over the phone on their own schedule. Tests are evaluated and rated by experienced professionals for dependable, accurate results.

The eLPT can also be easily integrated into HR Platforms or company intranets to provide seamless integration into the hiring process with easy to access results.

Bilingual Fluency Assessment (BFA)

The BFA assesses the candidate’s oral proficiency in English and a target language, as well as knowledge of general terminology commonly used in a health care setting by medical assistants, receptionists, and other front end staff. Also available online (eBFA). Try it for yourself.

A woman wearing glasses and headphones studies notes while taking the online version of the Bilingual Fluency Assessment.

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Bilingual Fluency Assessment for Clinicians (BFAC)

The BFAC assesses the same knowledge as the BFA, however, it includes specific medical terminology in both tested languages. It is often used to assess the fluency of clinical staff in a health care setting, such as physicians, nurses, and technicians. Also available online (eBFAC). See how it works.

FAQs

What skills does the Language Proficiency Test (LPT) evaluate?

The LPT is an oral proficiency interview that evaluates grammar, vocabulary, syntax, fluency, and overall language competence using the ILR rating scale.

What’s the difference between LPT and eLPT?

Both assessments rely on the same oral ILR framework, but eLPT is offered digitally—available in 17 languages, scheduled online, and delivered over the phone for added convenience.

Can I integrate these assessments into my hiring process?

Yes! The eLPT is designed to integrate directly with HR systems or intranets, making language testing a smooth part of your talent acquisition workflow.

Who benefits most from taking this test?

The LPT and eLPT are ideal for organizations needing to validate language fluency—not just bilingual ability—especially in roles like call-center agents or customer service professionals.

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