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CTCSOL/ICTC Exam

The University of Kentucky Office of China Initiatives offers on-site and online CTCSOL/ICTC options for test-takers. Check back each semester to view the test schedule. If you have any further questions regarding the CTCSOL/ICTC exam, please contact Lashana Harney at lashana.harney@uky.edu or-859-562-2070. You can also sign up for our email list to stay up-to-date on the latest CTCSOL/ICTC news. Be sure to follow us on social media @ukychinaoffice on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can also follow us on WeChat @UKYOCI 

CTCSOL Testing Schedule

Type of Exam (考试类型)
  • CTCSOL Written Exam (笔试)
  • CTCSOL Interview Exam (面试)
Date of Test (考试时间)
  • September 24 (9月24日)
  • December 10 (12月10日)
When to Register (报名时间)
  • August 16-25 (8月16日-25日)
  • November 1-11 (11月1日-11日)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "International Chinese Teacher Certificate" exam? 什么是《国际中文教师证书》考试?

The "International Chinese Teacher Certificate" test is a standardized test sponsored by the Sino-Foreign Language Exchange and Cooperation Center. The certificate test information can be found on the Chinese test service website www.chinesetest.cn. The specific test registration date is subject to the test registration notice published on the website. At the same time, you can follow the official WeChat account “CTCSOL” of Chinese Test International to get the latest relevant information at any time. information.

The "International Chinese Teacher Certificate" is issued by the Sino-Foreign Language Exchange and Cooperation Center. It is a proof of the international Chinese teaching ability and comprehensive quality of the certificate holder; it is a necessary condition and preference for the selection of Chinese teachers and volunteer Chinese teachers in Confucius Institutes (Confucius Classrooms). Conditions; it is used as a basis for the selection and evaluation of Chinese teachers by domestic and foreign educational institutions; it is a reference for evaluating the level of teachers and teaching strength of international Chinese teaching institutions. <<

《国际中文教师证书》考试是由中外语言交流合作中心主办的一项标准化考试,是中外语言交流合作中心中文教师志愿者和公派教师选拔和录取的优先与必要条件。证书考试信息可在汉语考试服务网 www.chinesetest.cn 进行了解,具体的考试报名日期以网站公布考试报名通知为准,同时您可以关注汉考国际官方微信号“CTCSOL”,随时获取最新的相关信息。

《国际中文教师证书》由中外语言交流合作中心颁发,是证书持有者国际中文教学能力和综合素质的证明;是作为选拔孔子学院(孔子课堂)中文教师、中文教师志愿者的必要条件和优选条件;是作为国内外教育机构选聘和评价中文教师的依据;是作为评价国际中文教学机构师资水平及教学实力的参考。<<

What prerequisites do I need to have before registering for the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam? 报名条件

  1. Educational Level: Associate degree or above 
  2. Minimum Chinese level: Native Chinese speaker or non-native speaker holding HSK level 6 certificate

During the "International Chinese Teacher Certificate" examination, candidates' language level and various abilities will be comprehensively examined. Candidates do not need to provide the corresponding proof when applying for the exam. After passing the exam, candidates need to provide relevant materials when applying for a certificate, including a nationally recognized undergraduate degree certificate. At the same time, you can follow the official WeChat account of "CTCSOL" to get the latest relevant information at any time. <<

《国际中文教师证书》考试过程中将对考生语言水平及各项能力进行综合考查。考生在报考时无需提供相应证明。考试通过后,考生进行证书申领时需提供相应材料,包括国家承认的本科学历证明等。同时您可以关注“CTCSOL”官方微信,随时获取最新的相关信息。<<

How can I pay for the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam?

NEVER pay for an exam unless you receive an invoice from your testing site. Once you confirm your candidacy, your testing site will send you an invoice via email. Online payment or check is accepted. If you have already received an invoice, go to https://international.uky.edu/OCI/payonline to pay for your exam. For more information regarding payment, please contact Whitney Butler at whitney.butler@uky.edu.  

How do I register for the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam?

Candidates must register online at www.chinesetest.cn before scheduling a test date with the UK Office of China Initiatives.

The examination information of "International Chinese Teacher Certificate" can be inquired in the announcement on the official website of the International Chinese Teacher Certificate https://www.chineseteacher.org.cn/. The specific test registration date is subject to the notice on the website. At the same time, you can follow the official WeChat "CTCSOL" of CTC International to get the latest relevant information at any time. <<

《国际中文教师证书》考试信息可在国际中文教师证书官网https://www.chineseteacher.org.cn/公告中进行查询,具体的考试报名日期以网站通知为准。同时您可以关注汉考国际官方微信“CTCSOL”,随时获取最新的相关信息。<<

Is the CTCSOL/ICTC exam remote or in-person?

It depends. Check with your testing site before registering.

When do I need to register?

It can be inquired in the announcement on the official website of the International Chinese Teacher Certificate https://www.chineseteacher.org.cn/. The specific test registration date is subject to the notice on the website.

What is the registration limit? 报名次数限制

There is no limit on the number of applications for the International Chinese Teacher Certificate. Candidates can apply for the test at different times. The written test is valid for 2 years, and the interview test can be taken within the validity period. After completing the payment of the test fee, candidates cannot change the test time and test location. If the test is withdrawn due to personal reasons, the test fee cannot be refunded. <<

国际中文教师证书》考试不设报考次数限制。考生可报考不同时间的考试,笔试有效期2年,有效期内都可以参加面试考试。完成考试费用缴费后,考生不可以进行考试时间、考试地点的变动,因个人原因退考则考费不可以退回。<<

Can I retake the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam?

Yes. You can take the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam as many times as you want.

How much is the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam?

The written exam is $150 and the oral exam is $220

Can I take the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam with a U.S. Testing Site if I am not located in the U.S.?

Yes. If you live in a country where there are no testing sites currently offering the CTCSOL/ICTC Exam, then you are permitted to take the exam with a U.S. Testing Site either remotely or in person. 

Can I modify my application information? 报考信息修改

Candidates who have not paid the fee and need to modify the registration location can log in to the personal information center to delete the test record and register again.
Candidates who have already paid the fees cannot change the test time and test location, and the test fee will not be refunded if they withdraw from the test.

考生在尚未缴费的情况下,如需修改报考地点,可登录个人信息中心将该条考试记录删除后重新进行报名。
已经完成费用缴纳的考生,不可以对考试时间、考试地点进行变更,退考的话考试费用不予退还

What score do I need to pass? 合格线是多少?

The pass mark for the written test is 90. The pass score for the interview is 60 points in Chinese and 30 points in foreign languages. Eligibility will be shown when you inquire. 笔试成绩合格线为90分。面试成绩合格线为中文60分、外语30分。您在查询时会显示是否合格。

How to apply for a certificate? 如何申领证书?

After passing the written test and interview, candidates can submit relevant materials to apply for the certificate at the Chinese Examination International Talent Network. For the specific application steps, please refer to the "Guidelines for Applying for the International Chinese Teacher Certificate". Click the link (https://pan.baidu.com/s/1piXbK1JtMD9abMdhVLGtXw) to view or download the guide (file extraction code is 1234). <<<<

考生笔试与面试成绩合格后,可前往汉考国际人才网提交相关材料申领证书,具体申领步骤详见“《国际中文教师证书》证书申领指南”。点击链接(https://pan.baidu.com/s/1piXbK1JtMD9abMdhVLGtXw)即可查看或下载指南(文件提取码为1234)。<<<<

What are the reference books for the exam? 考试有哪些参考书目

1. "<International Chinese Teacher Certificate> Exam Syllabus". People's Education Press 2. "<International Chinese Teacher Certificate> Exam Syllabus Analysis". People's Education Press 3. "<International Chinese Teacher Certificate> Interview Guide". People's Education Publishing House 4. "International Chinese Teaching Cases and Analysis (Revised Edition)". Zhu Yong editor in chief Higher Education Press Buy.

1.《<国际汉语教师证书>考试大纲》.人民教育出版社 2.《<国际汉语教师证书>考试大纲解析》.人民教育出版社 3.《<国际汉语教师证书>面试指南》.人民教育出版社 4.《国际汉语教学案例与分析(修订版)》.朱勇主编 高等教育出版社 5.《跨文化交际》.祖晓梅主编 外语教学与研究出版社 书目在各大书店及电子书城购买。

What is the official WeChat account of Hankao International? 汉考国际官方微信公众号是什么?

The official WeChat account of Chinese Test International is "C-TCSOL". You are welcome to pay attention and get the latest consultation at any time. 汉考国际官方微信公众号为“C-TCSOL”,欢迎您及时关注并随时获取最新咨询。

How long is the certificate valid? 证书有效期

The "International Chinese Teacher Certificate" is valid for five years, after which the corresponding continuing education courses need to be completed for re-registration. <<

国际中文教师证书》有效期为五年,之后需要完成相应的继续教育课程重新进行注册。<<