French Test and French Expression in the Workplace

ID-Written French/Pro

The ID-Written French/Pro (Efp), previously French Written Communication Exercise for Professionals (WCE-PRO-FR), assesses a person’s ability to communicate in writing using the French language in a work context. This test assesses the candidate’s ability to express their ideas in writing using appropriate and accurate language to convey information clearly and effectively in French.

Our French language tests are particularly useful in Québec, where French is the official language and the national language.

Features of Our Professionals' French Test

Available languages

French

Required time

1 hour

Administration

1 question | Essay question

Target audience

Any organization wishing to assess French writing and speaking skills for professional positions.

Key Points

  • Quickly identify your participants’ writing and speaking skills in French.
  • Foster professional French written communications in your organization.
  • Get a simple, detailed annual report outlining your participants' performance regarding written communication in French.
  • Find out which programs would be best suited to improve your employees' French.

Which dimensions are measured by the ID-Written French/Pro?

French Writing and Expression Strategies

How does a participant approach a subject when writing in French? Are language requirements respected? The ID-Written French/Pro will enable you to identify the strengths and weaknesses of your employees, and assess those who are best able to put their language skills and professional writing to good use in your organization.

Style and Structure

Style and structure assess syntax and understanding of images and expressions in French. Are sentences well formed? Are anglicisms absent? Are the rules and basic knowledge of grammar respected in the composition?

Mechanical Quality

Mechanical quality refers to the ability to express oneself in writing in French. Is the mechanical quality adequate? Are spelling and grammar used appropriately and consistently?

Why take a French language test?

The French language is used in many countries, including Canada, France and several African countries. As a result, French is the working language of millions of people around the world. It is therefore essential for all companies and organizations operating in these countries, or wishing to do business with customers or partners who interact in French.

Furthermore, many levels of government, particularly in Canada and Quebec, require employees to work in French. Having a basic knowledge of written French can also be useful on a personal level.

Take advantage of the ID-Written French/Pro

Combine the ID-Written French/Pro Test with the ID-Oral French to create a complete assessment solution.

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What are the advantages of taking a French language test in the workplace?

Onboarding

Offering a French test to employees will help them onboard more easily into your company, and more specifically their work team. They will not only be able to communicate their needs and questions, but also to interact seamlessly with their colleagues.

An Employee who Feels Good at Work is a Motivated Employee

Safety and policy compliance

All organizations have policies that must be followed to ensure smooth operations. By having a good command of the French language, your employees will be able to understand these rules, including those related to health and safety at work. This is an important aspect that has a direct impact on the way the work is carried out.

A Worker who Is Unable to Understand Instructions Is More Likely to Endanger Himself and Others

Performance

A company that adopts the use of a French test will facilitate the work of its employees and impact their performance. Employees who have a good command of the workplace language will be able to communicate effectively with their colleagues, clients, suppliers, and the public. In turn, a satisfactory level of communication will improve employee performance.

To Increase Your Company's Performance, Opt for a French Test

If you are interested in our services, do not hesitate to contact us about the Québec government subsidy covering 100% of the costs of your francization program. We will be happy to give you a personalized offer.

What Are the Most Important Language Skills in the Workplace?

Listening

Listening is a passive language skill that most learners acquire before even speaking. Listening refers to the ability to understand verbal language in a variety of situations, such as a telephone conversation, an in-person meeting, a Zoom session, a presentation, etc. Being a good listener implies a good understanding of the language.

Expression

When a person is speaking, they are presenting their views or ideas on a particular topic to a colleague, manager, client, or supplier. The ability to communicate orally in French is therefore essential for jobs that require employees to interact with others.

Effective oral communication requires the ability to clearly articulate thoughts and use correct grammar and appropriate vocabulary, as well as having a good command of French.

The assessment of oral communication in French is sometimes conducted as part of a job interview. However, only a professional assessment can provide a valid assessment regarding the participant's skills. The use of a test such as the ID-Oral French makes it possible to achieve this goal.

Writing

Writing is a skill that allows you to express yourself through written language. It is imperative to test your prospect's writing skills if they are required to respond to messages or emails or prepare presentations, draft articles, guides, or any other resources. A cover letter can give some indication of their written French proficiency. However, only a professional psychometric test can provide a valid assessment of participants' skills. The use of a test such as the ID-Written French/Pro allows us to meet this goal.

Which Job Positions Require a Language Test?

In various situations, it may be necessary to test the language skills of your prospects:

  • Language assessments are necessary when hiring remotely or bringing in talent from another country. The interest of employers in acquiring international talent continues to grow. Many companies have decided to start hiring remotely because of COVID-19. If you want to attract international talent, you need to make sure that the prospect you hire has the language skills to do the job.
  • When the nature of the job requires the individual to write documents, emails, policies, letters, etc. in French, it is essential to assess this competency to ensure that the work will be done correctly.
  • Most professional positions require employees to interact both orally and in writing with colleagues, clients, partners, suppliers, or even just the public.