NAATI CCL Test is an interpreting test which checks a candidate’s ability to interpret or communicate the meaning of a conversation from English language to LOTE (Language Other Than English) as well as its vice versa. A candidate passing CCL test will be eligible to claim five points as Credentialed Community language points.
CCL test fees are $800.The CCL application form will ask you to make payment as part of your application. You can choose to make payment via:
•Credit card (online)
•Direct bank deposit
•Cash (payable at any NAATI office)
If you choose to make payment via cash or direct deposit, you will need to wait an additional 24 hours to receive an email that includes an invoice for payment.
If you choose to make payment via credit card, your payment will be processed immediately online.
Please note that you cannot change your selected payment method after you have submitted your application.This is because your application is placed in a processing queue based on when the application payment was received.
If you have chosen the wrong payment method by mistake, you will need to contact (in writing) viainfo@naati.com.au. NAATI will then cancel your current application and you will then need to submit a new application.
It’s valid for 3 years. At the end of 3 years, you’ll have to retake the NAATI test to ontinue claiming 5 points.
There is no mention of number of corrections. Candidates have taken 5-6 corrections per dialogue and have still scored ~70. However, try to keep corrections down to a inimum.Also if you wish to take the correction option, be sure to practice that by saying “I want to make a correction". Some candidates just raise their hand hoping to get noticed only for the examiner to move on to the next section.
On the NAATI website, there are a lot of certifications like translator, interpreter, and different levels within that.Choose NAATI CCL if you would like to claim 5 points for migration purpose. "Credentialed Community Language (CCL) Testing"
NAATI is not a very difficult exam like IELTS or PTE. Most candidates clear it in their first attempt with 15 days of practice.
The test is about 30 minutes where a testing officer plays a recording for the candidate to interpret and translate. This recording consists of two dialogues. Each dialogue will represent a conversation between a native English speaker and a native LOTE speaker. The candidate’s response will be recorded for the marking procedure. Each dialogue is about 300 words, with nearly half in English and half in LOTE. The dialogue has different segments and each segment is of maximum 35 words.
The NAATI CCL test is completely based on listening and speaking skills. Since you only need to pass the test (63/90) to claim 5 points, it’s not that difficult. Compared to PTE-A, NAATI CCL is fairly new in the market- a little over 1 year only. There aren’t many tips, tricks, and methodologies around as there are for PTE-A, and the same goes for qualified teachers as well. CCL is not something you can prepare for overnight. It is a language interpretation exam where the more you practice, the better you get at it.
Yes, as of now (14/08/2021), the NAATI test is online, so you can do it online from anywhere including outside of Australia. You need to use a laptop, a mobile phone, and a wired headset with an internet connection. This test can be done from your home.
Yes, NAATI CCL is now delivered online via Microsoft Teams. You can take it from your home using a computer. Just make sure that you have a good Internet connection.
NAATI CCL test dates are in high demand so it is best to book as early as possible. You will see random dates until the time your profile is approved by NAATI. Once it is approved, you will be able to see recent dates.
No invigilator can be from various backgrounds but most are Australians. You will know who your invigilator will be when you receive the invitation. Your invitation email will be sent under your invigilator's name.