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How to Book an English Language Test

You may want to have an English language test done in the Cayman Islands for several reasons. One of the main reasons may be for your work permit. If you are not from a country whose primary language is English then you need to prove that your English communication skills are at a minimum level required by the country.



The most common type of test used for this purpose in the Cayman Islands is the TOEIC Bridge Listening and Reading Test. This test measures the basic levels of English proficiency for the workplace and provides an evaluation that ranks the test taker on a global scale known as the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Registration for this test is quite simple. Click on this link to go to the registration page: https://mbscayman.com/toeic-bridge-test/

Scroll down and click on either “Grand Cayman Appointments” or “Cayman Brac and Little Cayman Appointments”, depending on what Island you reside in.







You will then be taken to the calendar where you can choose the date and time you desire to take the test. You then just need to fill out a few fields which are labelled and take less than 4 minutes to fill out. After you have filled out the form click the submit button and you will receive a confirmation page. You’re all set! On the registration page you can also view sample test questions and view the format that the test will be in order to familiarize yourself. You can pay for the test when you arrive on test day.

If you want to take the test in Cayman Brac or Little Cayman on a different date then please email etl.brac@gmail.com to setup an appointment.




TOEIC LR PUBLIC TEST

LISTENING & READING PUBLIC TEST REGISTRATION

Please fill out the information below to schedule your test.  Payment must be made at least 5 days prior the test date and test takers are required to arrive no later than 30-45 minutes before the test start time. Late arrivals will not be allowed to take the test.  Select the date you desire to take the test from the available options below and then fill out the form information. 

The cost of the Public Test is CI $200.00.

There are no refunds for cancellations 5 days or less before the test.

The Total Duration of the Test is 2 hours.

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English Language Testing in Cayman Brac begins on February 1st

English Language Testing in Cayman Brac begins February 1st! Simply visit mbscayman.com and click on the link on the home page to see available dates and times! Testing will take place at the Cayman Brac Beach Resort. Register today! #toeictestcayman #toeictestcaymanbrac #englishlanguagetestingcaymanislands

Scheduling your English Language Test is Easy

Modern Business Solutions is the official TOEIC testing center for the Cayman Islands. MBS offers a variety of tests including the TOEIC Bridge test, which is used for work permit applications. The Bridge test is an accurate, reliable evaluation of a person’s basic to intermediate English language skills.

Having a reliable, highly standardized test is critical for employers to make informed decisions. Setting up an English Language test with MBS is very simple and takes less than 3 minutes.

Step 1: Go to www.mbscayman.com

Step 2: Click on either of the two links on the home page that take you to the ELT Registration page
Step 3: Click on the big yellow button and fill out the short form in less than 2 minutes.
You’re done!

FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Most frequently asked questions and answers

Q: How can I schedule an English language test for a work permit application?

A: You can schedule an English language Work permit test by visiting this page:  https://mbscayman.com/toeic-bridge-test and filling out our simple test registration form, calling us at 924-6887 or you can walk in to schedule an appointment between the hours of 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM or 12 PM – 2:00 PM.

 

Q: After the test is taken, how long does it take to get my results?

A: Your test results are provided within two business days.


Q: How do I receive my test results?

A: Your results are provided on a score certificate that you can then take to the immigration department as proof of your English language proficiency. Results can be collected from our office between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM Monday through Friday.

 

Q: What is the cost of the work permit English Language Test?

A: The cost for the English language test for work permits is CI $125 and must be paid prior to taking the test.  You can view the cost for other tests by visiting our pricing page. 

 

Q: Are your tests recognized globally?

A: Yes. The TOEIC tests are globally recognized in over 160 countries. More than 14,000 organizations around the world use TOEIC scores to make informed decisions about their employees. The Educational Testing Service has been the global leader in English Language testing for 40 years. 


Q: What is the passing score for the test?

A:  Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman (WORC) requires a score that falls within the A2 Band (Listening Section) and A1 Band (Reading Section) of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Please visit the WHAT TEST SCORES MEAN page on our website for more information. 

 

Q: Are TOEIC scores from another country accepted?

A: Yes. Only A Valid PUBLIC TEST Score is accepted in the Cayman Islands.  INSTITUTIONAL TEST scores are not transferable outside of the country in which the test was taken. 

 

Q: Do you have other tests available?

A: Yes we do.  You can find them here: https://mbscayman.com/toeic/

 

Q: Do you offer the test in Cayman Brac or Little Cayman?

A: Yes we do. Please email elt.brac@gmail.com to schedule an appointment. 

CEFR

The Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for Languages, Learning and Teaching Assessment provides a common basis for describing the skills needed to reach different levels of language proficiency, and is used by language instructors, educators, curriculum designers and agencies working in the field of language development. The CEFR describes language proficiency in listening, reading, speaking and writing on a six-level scale: 

• A1–A2 (Basic User)

• B1–B2 (Independent User)

• C1–C2 (Proficient User)

The CEFR provides a descriptive context that may be used to interpret the meaning and practical significance of scores on language tests. If a test score can be one of the levels of the CEFR, what that score means and what candidates with at least that score are likely to be able to do becomes clear.

Information below gathered from the Council of Europe’s Website (coe.int)

Standard-setting is the process by which a panel of informed experts makes score requirement recommendations that correspond with the level of knowledge, skill, proficiency, mastery or readiness candidates need in order to be placed in a certain category. The end result of standard setting is a recommended minimum score requirement, or cut score.

 

Click on a test below to view the relevant CEFR level that the scores are correlated to:

TOEIC® Listening &  Reading, Tests – CLICK HERE

TOEIC® Speaking and Writing Tests – CLICK HERE

TOEIC Bridge® Test – CLICK HERE

Redesigned TOEIC Bridge® Tests- CLICK HERE

In the Cayman Islands, the minimum accepted cut score for Work Permits is Level A2 in the listening and A1 in the reading category for a particular Language test. 

Pricing

TOEIC® Listening & Reading

Institutional Test
$ 200
  • 200 Questions
  • 120 Minutes Long
  • Advanced English Assessment
  • Available Monday - Friday
  • Paper or Computer Administered
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TOEIC® Speaking Test

Institutional Test
$ 80
  • 8 Questions
  • 60 Minutes Long
  • Advanced English Assessment
  • Available Weekly
  • Computer Administered
Learn More

TOEIC® Bridge Speaking Test

Institutional Test
$ 65
  • 8 Questions
  • 15 Minutes Long
  • Basic Level English Assessment
  • Available by Appointment
  • Computer Administered
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TOEIC® Speaking & Writing

Institutional Test
$ 150
  • 19 Questions
  • 80 Minutes Long
  • Advanced English Assessment
  • Available By Appointment
  • Computer Administered
Learn More

TOEIC® Writing Test

Institutional Test
$ 80
  • 11 Questions
  • 20 Minutes Long
  • Advanced English Assessment
  • Available By Appointment
  • Computer Administered
Learn More

TOEIC® Bridge Writing Test

Institutional Test
$ 65
  • 9 Questions
  • 37 Minutes Long
  • Basic Level English Assessment
  • Available By Appointment
  • Computer Administered
Learn More

TOEIC® Bridge Listening & Reading

Institutional Test
$ 125
  • 100 Questions
  • 60 Minutes Long
  • Beginner- Intermediate English Assessment
  • Available Daily
  • Paper Administered
Learn More

TOEIC Speaking & Writing Test

How the TOEIC® Speaking and Writing Tests Benefit You

The TOEIC® Speaking and Writing tests are fair, objective and valid assessments of English speaking and writing skills for the workplace and can also be taken separately.  When these tests are taken together with the TOEIC®Listening and Reading test, they  provide a reliable measurement of all four communication skills, providing a complete picture of one’s abilities. 

Through standardized and secured testing procedures, Modern Business Solutions ensures that:

  • every test taker will have the same testing experience.
  • our test center will experience a professional and pristine testing environment.
  • test scores will be fair, comparable and reliable across administrations.
  • tests questions will be relevant to today’s environment.

Prove Your English-language Proficiency in the Competitive Global Job Market

  • Speaking skills are critical for being an effective presenter, face-to-face communication, various meetings types and various conference types (videoconferences, teleconferencing etc).
  • Writing skills are necessary for all forms of business correspondence and clear, professional, persuasive email communication. 

Advance Your Career

For more than 45 years, the TOEIC® Speaking and Writing test has helped millions of people around the world qualify for employment opportunities and career advancement. Your TOEIC scores can help to:

  • obtain job opportunities with local or global organizations.
  • demonstrate your ability to communicate with coworkers and clients regardless of culture or location.
  • positively affect hiring decisions. 
  • help you to obtain advancement opportunities within your current company
Test Format: 19 Questions, 80 Minutes in duration. 



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Speaking Tests take place Every Tuesday at 1:00 pm

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