Hispanic Institute of UtahSPANISH PROFICIENCY EXAMINATIONS
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CEFR levels

Level / NivelSpeaking / OralListening / AuditivaValidity / Vigencia
Below A10–39.990–32.99Institutional policy / Política institucional
A140–75.9933–65.991 year / año
A276–124.9966–111.991 year / año
B1125–175.99112–163.992 years / años
B2176–214.99164–210.992 years / años
C1215–250211–2503 years / años

Below A1 The speaking score is below the institutional A1 threshold.

A1 Can use simple phrases and respond to familiar personal questions with support.

A2 Can communicate in simple routine situations and describe familiar aspects of daily life.

B1 Can discuss familiar experiences, explain plans and give brief reasons for opinions.

B2 Can communicate clearly on a range of topics and explain viewpoints with supporting reasons.

C1 Can express complex ideas fluently and organize extended spoken arguments effectively.