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Get Your
Second Language
Evaluation (SLE) Levels
On Your First Try.

More than 50,000 Government of Canada employees have trusted us with their second language evaluation goals. Join our community today!

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Pedagogical Expertise

90 %

Test Success Rate
with a Proven Track Record

How Far Can You Rise in Your Career?

Working in your second language means truly mastering all three competencies: Writing, reading, and speaking. In fact, over half of Executive positions in the Federal public service require these skills.

Because most Manager and Director-level positions require at least a BBB (and some require a CBC), Federal public service employees will progress further in their careers more quickly by strengthening their abilities in a second language.

Being bilingual is both a challenge and a gift. With us, you can get your B & C levels faster, in a way that fits your schedule and learning style.

The Benefits of Language Training with LRDG

Choose LRDG to access programs focused on YOUR individual needs and challenges, all based on the Public Service Commission's A, B and C levels.

Build Confidence

We’ll help you tackle your second language evaluation test (B & C levels) with confidence. Thanks to our unique methodology and 1 on 1 (or small group) approach, you always get the attention you need to succeed. With our help you’ll be able to navigate formal work-related situations in your second language, and get your SLE levels quickly and efficiently.

Flexible Scheduling & Training Options

Our SLE training is compatible with your schedule AND budget, and our language teachers make language testing easy. Before long you’ll move beyond being able to write isolated words on only very familiar topics to being able to write explanations or converse on even the most complex topics.

Pass on Your First Try

We are experts in the market, helping our clients with any test of reading comprehension, SLE test of oral proficiency or written expression. Over 25,000 happy clients are a testament to our successful program, helping our learners achieve their B & C oral levels on their first try.

Expert Advice & Training

Tutoring experts will guide any Federal Government employee through the learning process so that they can tackle any test of written comprehension or test of oral proficiency with ease. With LRDG, you will not only practice, but master your speaking and writing skills.

Create Personalized Learning Plans

Learn YOUR way with a personalized course plan. Whether you’ll need to perform writing tasks dealing with work-related topics or simply converse in a coherent manner with colleagues, we can tailor a plan that works for you.

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Our Training Courses

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ESL Training

  • Available full-time & part-time
  • Open to beginner, intermediate, and advanced ESL students.
  • Gain 24/7 access to online materials.
  • Personalized study plans and flexible scheduling.
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FSL Training

  • Available full-time & part-time
  • Open to beginner, intermediate, and advanced FSL students.
  • Improve your chances of job promotion by enrolling in FSL training.
  • Personalized study plans and flexible scheduling .
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Writing maintenance program:

  • Maintain and improve your B and C writing levels to reduce the time you’ll need to reinvest in future training
  • 1 hour of tutoring per week

Linguistic maintenance program:

Don’t lose your levels! Maintain and even improve your fluency. This will save you from having to reinvest as much time, energy, and money in future training.

SLE Preparation Program

  • An average of 20 hours of one-on-one tutoring per SLE test (written expression, oral interaction, and written comprehension)
  • 24/7 access to interactive online learning materials to help you practice your written and oral

LRDG Training: Easy to Access

Find out if any of LRDG’s language training programs are already offered by your department. Click here to find out if yours is one of the 25+ departments we work with.

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The Plan

1.

Get Your Personalized Plan

Schedule a call with us to evaluate your FSL or ESL level

2.

Get Access

Receive personalized course plan and get access to online learning materials and tutoring

3.

Achieve Your Goals

Master your second language and get your levels

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What Makes Our Programs so Unique?

LRDG: The Leading Language Provider With the Resources and Staff to Help You Succeed

Teaching vs tutoring

Our system is different; it’s not simply a traditional language class held over Zoom. Instead, we focus on providing second language instruction for both individuals and small groups that combines one-on-one attention with the online learning resources you need. For every hour of coaching with your tutor, you get 3 extra hours of guided learning in your portal. This gives you the flexibility of learning whenever and wherever you want.

The three pillars of our methodology

Weekly practice and self-study / Experienced tutors / Your learning portal.

On top of that, you get a team of 4 continuously guiding you and supporting you towards language learning success: a product specialist, a personal tutor, a pedagogical advisor and an account manager/ client success agent.

Learning Language: A Personal Experience

At LRDG, we believe that learning a language should be a personal, interactive and evolving experience. All you need to do is take the first step. Choose a language course that will help you achieve your goals, and before you know it you’ll share in the success along with thousands of other Public Service employees that have joined us since 2002.

Our 90% PSC SLE test success rate
is a testament to the quality of our program.

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FAQs

LRDG is primarily aimed at Canadian public service employees who need to pass the Second Language Evaluation (SLE) to obtain or maintain a bilingual position.
Our training courses are also suitable for managers, future candidates for the public service, or anyone wishing to strengthen their professional language skills:

  • Managers wishing to improve their team’s language skills
  • Candidates about to enter the civil service, who want to prepare effectively for tests
  • Anyone working in a bilingual environment who wants to improve their oral and written communication skills.

LRDG (Language Research Development Group) specializes in teaching French and English as a second language.
Our approach is based on :

  • Flexible and personalized learning plans
  • A 24/7 interactive online platform
  • Human support with qualified tutors
  • Content aligned with real SLE criteria

The LRDG course includes :

  • An initial evaluation to determine your current level
  • A customized training plan
  • Access to an online platform with practical exercises
  • Tutoring sessions for oral and written exams
  • Pedagogical follow-up until you reach your objectives

This organization allows you to move forward at your own pace, while benefiting from a structured framework and expert support.

SLE stands for “Second Language Evaluation,” which is a suite of tests developed by the Public Service Commission of Canada to measure fluency and proficiency in one’s second language. SLE tests consist of reading comprehension, written expression, and oral proficiency, in that order, and grades within these tests (A,B,C) are used to define a public service employee’s bilingualism profile.

Over 90% of our learners pass their SLE on the first attempt after completing their program.
This is due to our progressive method, which helps you consolidate your foundations before moving on to higher proficiency, and to our targeted coaching, which prepares you concretely for the types of questions asked on the official SLE assessments.
Whatever your starting level, our aim is to get you to the required level with confidence.

The difficulty of the SLE test will vary depending on a candidate’s proficiency in the second language. With proper preparation, practice, and confidence, you can succeed in the test. You can prepare by learning from experienced tutors, incorporating the second language into your everyday life, and practicing with online resources or self-assessment tools. Remaining focused and present in the moment, thinking positively, and remaining calm throughout the exam will also help you optimize your performance.

For the test of written expression, learners have 45 minutes to answer 30 multiple-choice questions, which include fill-in-the-blank problems and error identification. The test of reading comprehension provides candidates with 45 minutes to answer 25 questions. The oral language assessment is administered by a live evaluator and usually takes 20-40 minutes. There is no specific number of questions.

A personalized quote will be provided after you book an initial call with our team, allowing us to offer support that’s perfectly tailored to your situation and goals.
Following this call, you will receive a proposal based on your budget, your schedule, and the type of support you require. This flexible approach enables you to benefit from high-quality professional support while keeping your training costs under control.

What Our Graduates Say

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“

LRDG made my SLE exam preparation experience truly enjoyable. The well-structured modules, regular testing, and fantastic bilingual tutors helped speed up my journey to bilingualism, leaving me more confident in my second language than ever before.

- Luke ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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I had a great experience learning French with LRDG! The fantastic team at LRDG organized and scheduled the classes to fit perfectly with my availability. My tutors were exceptional, always ready to give 100% and offer support. Thanks to their dedication and the team's hard work, I was able to achieve my desired levels. Special thanks to my amazing tutors for their guidance and commitment! Thank you, LRDG team!

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My colleague in Human Resources had been using LRDG to learn English and said that it was excellent. She also helped me to understand that it was easy to set up contracts with LRDG because they were on standing offer already!

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I had a tutor tell me, “don’t make it overly complicated, a C is easier to get than you think!”. Just by adopting that attitude and working on how we can improve, squeezing the lemon on questions to showcase our ability, and giving more tangible communication strategies - that is key

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I took a French course with LRDG, this was Module 12. The tutor was great, all grammar was explained with clarity and great examples. Fair amount of time was dedicated to speaking practice. The learning system at LRDG is well structured with the activities and homework, my level of French was improved significantly in a short timeframe.

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I am not a person who likes languages - I even struggle with my native English. The tutors at LRDG challenged me and made me think, which assisted in my learning. They all encouraged me to work on immersing myself in the language and culture.

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I am a tutor at LRDG since 2017, not that long right ! And this school is really amazing! The tutoring program is based on a tutor and an interactive platform where you can practice all aspects of the language! Most of the time, you build a great relationship with a tutor that helps you practice verbally and that guide you in your progress! Amazing work by LRDG, this is why it called “ development research “, the team improve every day and every aspect!

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Second pedagogical meeting competed today with Mme Caron. Thank you very much for your advice and your time! I got some good resources to continue my learning. I am quite encouraged to learn as much as I can.

- Ryan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Houda Debbabi, who was my LRDG tutor for roughly a year, was an excellent instructor and provided me tremendous support throughout my (successful) journey to get a C on the Government SLE verbal exam. Her teaching method was extremely effectively, and involved posing questions, identifying the areas where I was weakest, and then working through and resolving those weaknesses. She also made the sessions interesting and engaging and always encouraged me. Finally, more generally, the group at LRDG was accommodating and responsive to my requests. Thank you Houda and team!

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"I benefited from an online French refresher course with this well-managed Canadian language training organization. Their diverse team of instructors was excellent, offering flexibility in finding the right fit. Combined with solid online and self-paced grammar and vocabulary exercises, LRDG provides a strong methodology for learners at all levels.

- Jeff ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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I started 2 months ago with LRDG and I have grown so much in my ability to read, write and speak French. I find this company very professional, friendly and helpful. My tutor is excellent and patient, but not too patient for me to get lax! The evaluator I had today was wonderful and human, which always helps with the nerves. I am loving my training with LRDG! Thank you for being such a great help!

- Jana ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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I was extremely happy with Mme. Anne Letellier as my instructor and the entire team at LRDG. As a Canadian public service employee, I am required to obtain certain levels of proficiency in French as my second language. With the help of LRDG, I exceeded the level required of me for both of the written expression and oral comprehension public service second language French exams. I now have the second language credentials needed to advance in my career goals so a big thank you to LRDG! They are the real deal.

- Emran ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Nathalie Guillemette at LRDG has been life changing when it comes to learning French. She has made it so much fun to learn French and I feel like I am finally in a supportive environment to learn French. Highly recommend. Thank you Nathalie!!!

- Brandon ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Before LRDG, I struggled to achieve my French levels. After joining the LRDG program, I saw my progress. Without LRDG, I don't think I would have passed as quickly. Thank you LRDG.

- Adam ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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A great learning experience. It will help me a lot with my work and social situations. Very professional language instructors. I look forward to each of my lessons!

- Peter ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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I have had an amazing experience with LRDG over the past 2 years! The tutoring I’ve received has been excellent and has advanced my French immensely. Their website and content is top-notch. It makes learning fun and definitely exceeded my expectations. I have received my B in reading and C in writing and will soon be taking my oral test. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to improve their second language skills!!!

- Jason ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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I just had to tell you what an exceptional English teacher Suzanne D. is! With Suzanne, I've discovered a whole new way of learning: she takes the time to correct every mistake, with kindness, and above all, she always explains to me why and how to formulate my sentences better. Her approach makes all the difference! She's a rare gem, an extraordinary teacher! For me, she makes all the difference in my learning, and I wanted you to know that. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this incredible tutor!

- Monika ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

What You Get:

  • 24/7 access to your portal
  • Tutoring sessions designed for what YOU need to succeed
  • A community of learners, tutors and resources support you in your progress
  • Pedagogical support throughout your whole process
  • Quality control for user satisfaction
  • Continuous updates to all of our course material
  • Progress tracking of each student, with a personalized and comprehensive report after each session with your tutor.
  • The Price To pass a reading comprehension test, a test of written expression, or an oral exam, we’ve got you covered.
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Much More Than Just an Online Classroom

Online language training is very different from traditional classroom training. Our online training resources provide both individuals and small, targeted groups with a more active, hands-on approach. We focus our training to the needs of each learner.

Since 2002, we have been innovators in the language industry. We pioneered an online language training resource geared specifically towards your needs. As the government’s leading language provider, we’ve built a curriculum to help YOU and YOUR TEAM in all aspects of reading, writing and oral proficiency.

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