Certifications
Italian Language Certifications at the Italian Language School
The Italian Language School offers a wide selection of internationally recognized certifications for both students and teachers of Italian. Whether you are learning Italian as a second language or preparing to teach it, we provide the guidance, training, and examination services you need.
Explore the most prestigious certifications offered in collaboration with top Italian institutions such as the Università per Stranieri di Siena, Università per Stranieri di Perugia, and Università Roma Tre.
🎓 Student Certifications
CELI – Certificato di Conoscenza della Lingua Italiana
Offered by the Università per Stranieri di Perugia, the CELI certification evaluates general language skills across six CEFR levels (A1–C2). The Italian Language School is an authorized CELI exam center. We offer preparation courses and host official exam sessions throughout the year.
CILS – Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera
The CILS exams, from the Università per Stranieri di Siena, are recognized by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These certifications are useful for study, work, or immigration purposes, including for citizenship applications (B1 level and above). We provide expert exam prep tailored to each level.
Cambridge IGCSE Italian as a Foreign Language
Our school also offers preparation for the globally recognized Cambridge IGCSE Italian exam for secondary school students. This program develops strong communicative skills in real-life contexts and aligns with international academic standards.
➡️ Official Cambridge IGCSE Info
👩🏫 Teacher Certifications
CEDILS – Certification for Teaching Italian to Foreigners
Administered by Ca’ Foscari University of Venice, the CEDILS is ideal for educators seeking formal recognition of their teaching competence in Italian as a second or foreign language. While we do not conduct exams in-house, we assist in application and provide preparatory coaching.
➡️ About CEDILS
DILS-PG – Didattica dell’Italiano come Lingua Straniera
Organized by the Università per Stranieri di Perugia, DILS-PG Level I and II certify teaching proficiency in Italian for non-native and native speakers respectively. The Italian Language School supports aspiring educators with training and mock exams.
📍Why Choose the Italian Language School?
- Official examination center for CELI and CILS
- Qualified, native-speaking teachers
- Personalized preparation courses
- Support for teacher certification pathways
- Guidance on study/work/immigration use of language certifications