Yes, a standardized German exam refers to an examination conducted according to established and uniform standards to assess the language skills of individuals learning or using German as a foreign language. Standardization ensures that the exam is fair and comparable for all participants, regardless of their background, location, or learning environment.

Such exams are often offered by educational institutions, language schools, government agencies, or international organizations. They can test various skills, such as listening comprehension, reading comprehension, written expression, and oral expression. The standardized exams typically include clear assessment criteria and scales that allow for an objective evaluation of participants' performance.

The standard we use is ISO 29992. This is an internationally recognized standard from the ISO (International Organization for Standardization) for the development, implementation and evaluation of tests.

Standardized language tests offer several significant benefits for both individuals and institutions. First, they enable an objective assessment of language proficiency by establishing clear criteria and assessment methods. Second, they serve as a reliable measure of language ability, allowing applicants to demonstrate their competency and improve their chances of academic or professional success.

To ensure the validity and reliability of every German language exam remains consistently at the highest level, our entire system is subject to a continuous, certified quality assurance process. Compliance with these standards is fully monitored and documented.

🔒 Annual audit according to ISO 29992:
Our processes for developing, administering, and evaluating digital language tests are certified according to the international quality standard ISO 29992. To maintain this certification, our testing and evaluation system is audited annually by the independent certification body DeuZert® Deutsche Zertifizierung in Bildung Wirtschaft GmbH.

As part of this annual quality monitoring, DeuZert® checks, among other things, the following core areas:

• Task development: Whether the exam questions and items are designed according to standardized, verifiable methods for the exact measurement of the CEFR levels.
• Implementation security: Whether the digital processes and identity checks on the day of the exam guarantee a fair and fraud-proof procedure.
• Assessment conformity: Whether the evaluation of written and oral performance by our qualified examiners is carried out according to strictly objective, uniform rating scales.

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR) is an internationally established recommendation for describing language competences. It serves as a basis for planning language teaching, developing curricula, examinations, and certificates. In 2020, it was supplemented and updated with the CEFR Companion Volume to take into account new developments in language teaching methodology and competence description.

The CEFR divides language competence into three main levels:

• A – Elementary language use
  A1: Beginners – understand and use simple expressions
  A2: Basic knowledge – conduct simple conversations on familiar topics
• B – Independent language use
  B1: Advanced beginners – can talk about everyday topics and understand simple texts
  B2: Independent language use – understanding more complex texts, expressing oneself clearly
• C – Competent language use
  C1: Advanced – understand demanding texts and communicate in a nuanced way
  C2: Near-native fluency – communicate almost effortlessly in all situations

Common abbreviations for the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR) are GeR, GER, GeRS, or GERS. In other language areas, it is referred to as CEFR (English) or CECRL (French).

The CEFR pursues a clear language policy goal: the promotion of multilingualism and individual multilingualism. It aims to contribute to the international comparability of language skills and to strengthen cooperation in the field of modern languages ​​– in education, the workplace, and society.

Yes, our exams are fully aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR). This international standard defines uniform proficiency levels – from A1 (beginner) to C1 (intermediate user) – and describes precisely which language skills are expected at each level.

Our exam questions, assessment criteria, and certificates are designed to meet these requirements. This ensures that your results are comparable and transparent.

• 1. Appointment booking: You can easily book an appointment for your German exam via our website. The booking process is quick and easy.
• 2. Exam link: After booking your appointment, you will receive an exam link and an individual access code via email.
• 3. Start of the exam: On the day of the exam, you enter the virtual exam room via Zoom, show your ID via your PC camera and share your screen with the examiner.
• 4. Examination procedure: The examiner monitors the entire examination, gives instructions, and ensures that everything runs smoothly. The video and audio connection remains active throughout the entire examination.

No, you need a computer or notebook with a webcam, microphone, headphones or speakers, and a stable internet connection.

With our online exam, you save yourself the trip to a testing center and can instead take the exam in your familiar surroundings. This is especially beneficial if you have a busy schedule or want to avoid long commutes.

You can easily use the calendar on the respective exam page to select a suitable exam date.

Advantages of taking the German exam online:

• Flexibility: Choose the date that best fits your schedule.
• Comfort: Take the exam in your familiar surroundings.
• Safety: Our auditors ensure that the audit is fair and proper.

In addition to our standardized online German exams, we also offer online German courses for targeted exam preparation. The courses are aligned with levels A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR) and optimally prepare you for the requirements of the respective exam.