Help CenterGreat question — and one we hear often. Choosing the right language course depends on where you're starting, where you need to go, and how much time you can dedicate to training. This guide will help you figure out what fits best — and how to get personalized guidance.
🧭 Step 1: Understand Your Current Level and Needs
Language training isn’t one-size-fits-all. You may be:
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A complete beginner (never studied French or English before)
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Someone with basic school-level exposure but no real confidence in speaking
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A federal public servant preparing for Level B or Level C
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Someone looking to maintain a bilingual profile or rebuild confidence
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Preparing to retake the SLE or close a skill gap after a break
No matter your background, we’ll help you enter the right course level — and move you forward with a clear plan.
📝 Step 2: Complete the Self-Assessment Form
Before placing you in a course, we need to understand your background, confidence, and availability.
That’s why we created this tool:
👉 Let’s determine your level and build your success plan
It only takes a few minutes and allows us to:
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Identify your current strengths and challenges
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Understand your professional language needs
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Recommend the most suitable course level and format
🎓 Step 3: Get Matched to the Right Course Level at Knowledge Circle
At Knowledge Circle, our language training levels are designed to align with the Canada School of Public Service PFL2 program and the PSC evaluation framework (A–B–C levels).
📚 Our Courses – Individual or Group Training
These course levels are aligned with the PFL2 curriculum of the Canada School of Public Service and structured around learner progression from beginner to advanced, including test preparation modules. Each level includes detailed learning objectives and supports measurable progress in workplace-relevant communication.
| Course | Materials / Content Focus | Group Level | Use Case |
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| All Ears 2 | Basic grammar & pronunciation principles | – | Pre-entry for low-literacy learners or auditory support |
| A1 | OF01–OF12: Foundations of interaction and sentence building | Beginner 1 | For learners starting from zero |
| A2 | OF13–OF22: Expanding vocabulary and grammar control | Beginner 2 | For learners with limited basic knowledge |
| A3 | OF23–OF32: Functional conversation, sentence structure | Intermediate 1 | Learners developing workplace dialogue skills |
| B1 | OF33–OF40: Workplace communication, explaining & interactions | Intermediate 2 | Learners progressing toward Level B |
| B2 Reading | Reading test preparation content | – | For learners preparing for the Level B Reading SLE |
| B2 Writing | Writing test preparation content | – | For learners preparing for the Level B Writing SLE |
| B3 | Oral test readiness (Level B) | – | Final stage before attempting SLE Level B |
| C1 Reading | Reading test preparation (Level C) | – | Advanced reading strategy and analysis |
| C1 Writing | Writing test preparation (Level C) | – | Advanced grammar and writing accuracy |
| C2 | Oral test readiness (Level C) – Strategy and fluency building | – | Learners aiming to reach Level C |
| C3 | Oral simulation and evaluation practice (Level C) | – | Final preparation before the SLE at Level C |
⏱️ Recommended Paths Based on Your Objective
| Your Goal | Recommended Levels | Suggested Intensity |
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| Reach Level B from beginner | A1 → A2 → B1 → B2 → B3 | Full-time (25–30 hrs/week) |
| Progress from B to C | C1 → C2 → C3 | Full-time or part-time (15+ hrs/week) |
| Maintain Level B or C | Any advanced level with light review | Part-time (3–6 hrs/week) |
| Prepare for a retest or SLE | B3 or C3 | 10–15 hrs/week, short-term |
🤝 Our Approach: Matching Course to You
After completing the self-assessment form:
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Our coordination team will review your responses
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You may be placed directly or contacted for additional information
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Instructors may confirm your placement during your first session
If your level needs adjusting after training begins, we’ll guide you to the best course level without delay.
📩 Ready to Get Started?
Start with our form:
👉 Let’s determine your level and build your success plan
Still have questions? Reach out anytime:
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💬 LiveChat via MyLearningMyWay.com
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📧 Email us at trainingcoordinator@knowledgecircle.ca
✅ Final Takeaway
There is a course for every level, every pace, and every goal. Whether you’re working toward your first bilingual certification or fine-tuning your communication for Level C, Knowledge Circle will meet you where you are — and help get you where you need to be.
We’re here to guide you every step of the way.