We provide highly effective virtual online and in-class exam preparation courses that ensure the successful completion of all levels of Ellinomatheia, the Certificate of Attainment in Greek (CAG) examinations.

Ellinomatheia - Certificate of Attainment in Greek – Examination Levels:

Following the specifications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, the Certificate of Attainment in Greek is composed of the following levels:

Level A1:    Στοιχειώδης Γνώση – Elementary Knowledge – Breakthrough.

Level A2:   Βασική Γνώση – Basic Knowledge – Way stage.

Level A2:   Για Ειδικούς Επαγγελματικούς Σκοπούς – For Special Professional

                     and Vocational  Purposes.

Level B1:   Μέτρια Γνώση – Intermediate Knowledge – Threshhold.

Level B2:   Καλή Γνώση – Good Knowledge.

Level Γ1:   Πολύ Καλή Γνώση – Very Good Knowledge – Vantage.

Level Γ2:   Άριστη Γνώση – Excellent Knowledge – Effective Operational Proficiency.

The examination at levels A1, A2 and B1 covers four language skills: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The skills examined at levels B2, C1 and C2, apart from the above mentioned ones, also include use of language, which focuses on grammar (morphology and syntax) and vocabulary

Based on personal needs and the outcomes of a placement test, students have the opportunity to enroll in the following Ellinomatheia Exam preparatory courses at the Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Level:

CAG711:  CAG Preparation for Exam A1 – Elementary Knowledge

CAG712:  CAG Preparation for Exam A2 – Basic Knowledge

CAG713:  CAG Preparation for Exam A2 – Special Professional and Vocational Purposes

CAG721:  CAG Preparation for Exam B1 – Intermediate Knowledge

CAG722:  CAG Preparation for Exam B2 – Good Knowledge

CAG731:  CAG Preparation for Exam Γ1 – Very Good Knowledge

CAG732:  CAG Preparation for Exam Γ2 – Excellent Knowledge

Upon completion of preparatory studies, our students complete their exam application process online during January, February, and March. 

Examinations are held worldwide during May each year. 

In the region of Northern California, the examinations are held during May each year on designated dates at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Belmont.

The examinations for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek are administered by the Center for the Greek Language of the Aristotelian University in Greece by order of the Greek Ministry of Education, Lifelong Learning and Religious Affairs. 

The Utility and Usability of the Certificate of Attainment in Greek:

The Certificate of Attainment in Greek:

*** Provides any user of Greek with an expert and objective assessment regarding the level of

       their knowledge and language skills.

*** Serves as proof of the successful candidate's level of attainment in Greek in the work market

*** Is a requirement for the practice of various professions in Greece

*** Allows citizens of European Union member states to participate in the examination of the

       Supreme Council of Personnel Selection (ΑΣΕΠ) for civil service positions (The Supreme

       Council specifies the required level of certificate in every announcement).

*** At Level B1 and above, it enables foreigners to be examined on their level of fluency in Greek

       during the process of applying for Greek citizenship.

*** At Level B2, it allows foreigners to register at a Greek institution of higher education, in case

       they do not have a Greek secondary education certificate (M.R. 152/Β6/1504/30-5-2001 –

       Official Government Gazette 659 vol.Β΄).

*** At Level C2, it allows citizens of European Union member states to prove complete

       knowledge and fluent use of the Greek language and thus be employed in a Greek institution,

       such as healthcare or higher education.

Learn More:

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the website of the Center for Greek Language, at:

https://www.greek-language.gr/certification/index.html

Written exams for Greek citizenship to require B1 language proficiency

Foreign nationals seeking to acquire Greek citizenship will have to sit written exams and display a sufficient knowledge of Greek history, geography, culture and politics, as well as a sufficient command of the language, at a proficiency level of at least B1.

The written exams outlined in draft legislation submitted by the government to Parliament on Tuesday replace oral tests, which will now be possible only in special cases, including if the candidate has a physical or learning disability like dyslexia, or is aged above 67 years old. 

Graduates of a Greek high school or university will also be exempt from the written exams.

The topics of the exams will be selected from a list of subjects that will be available to candidates online so they can prepare for the test. Candidates that fail to pass the first time will have the option of re-sitting the exam, for an additional fee.

Exams will be carried out twice a year for a fee of 250 euros per person and candidates will need to get a score of 80% or above to pass.

According to official figures there are more than 30,000 citizenship applications still pending, many of which were submitted several years ago.