Prepare to Shine
ECCE is designed to assess your English competence in the real world.
The test includes the kinds of tasks that may be encountered in real life: writing an email, speaking to a colleague, listening to a presentation, and reading an article. Practice these tasks to prepare for ECCE!
The Writing, Listening, and Reading Sections are administered together in a single sitting. Writing requires a response to one of two options. Listening and reading questions are multiple-choice and have one correct answer. The Speaking Section is given separately and may be scheduled either before or after the written test.
Writing
Test takers choose between two prompts:
- Email/Letter: Respond to a described situation with formal purpose.
- Essay: Respond to a given statement or proposal.
Test takers write one opinion-based response.
- Tasks: 1
- Time: 30 minutes
Listening
Simulates real-life English through two parts:
- Part 1: 25 short conversations, each followed by a picture-based multiple-choice question
- Part 2: 4 talks with 5 questions each (talks are played twice)
Note-taking is allowed. The section evaluates global, local, and inferential listening skills.
- Total questions: 45
- Time: 45 minutes
Scoring: automatic computer scoring
Reading
Includes grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension questions:
- Grammar: 15 questions (choose the grammatically correct word/phrase)
- Vocabulary: 14 questions (choose the word/phrase that best fits the sentence)
- Reading Part 1: Two passages with 6 questions each
- Reading Part 2: Two sets of four thematically related real-world texts with 12 questions each
- Total questions: 65
- Time: 75 minutes
Speaking
Delivered one-on-one with an examiner, this section has 4 stages:
- ask and answer questions
- make suggestions or recommendations
- present and justify decisions
- discuss topics in detail
- Time: 15 minutes
- Format: structured task-based conversation
ECCE Preparation Resources
Our preparation materials stand out because they have been developed by an experienced staff of former English teachers, many of whom have also taught overseas. Ranging from helpful videos to tips and techniques, to interactive e-modules, using these resources will help you face test day with confidence.
Sample Test Volume 1007
Test day tips for success
- Prepare thoroughly
- Develop a study plan
- Practice relaxation techniques
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle
- Simulate test conditions
- Stay positive
- Arrive early and prepared
- Focus on the present
- Use time management strategies
- Seek support if needed
