A tool for the linguistic evaluation of a candidate?

The Pipplet test, a modern tool for the linguistic evaluation of a candidate

The mastery of a foreign language is generally an important criterion sought in the recruitment procedure. To facilitate the linguistic assessment of candidates, Pipplet offers recruiters an online test that is easy to use, reliable and provides fast results.

Evaluate the fluency of a language, an essential step for recruitment

Speaking one or more foreign languages is now a much sought after skill in the job market. If most candidates mention it in the CV, it is generally difficult for a recruiter to judge their level of proficiency, especially if the position requires skills in professional-specific jargon. This is particularly the case when the position to be filled includes a rather technical language. In this case, fluency in the language is often a fundamental criterion to determine if the person is able to carry out the mission entrusted to him.

In this context, it is essential to give the candidate a language assessment test in order to have an exact idea of their knowledge and ability to communicate in the desired language. The respective results of the candidate will then make it easier to select the best qualified candidate.

How to evaluate the language level

To determine a person’s level of fluency in a language, different means are available.

This can be done during a verbal interview by asking the candidate to conduct a conversation directly in the language concerned. This method is simple, fast and offers a direct impression. However, it usually does not allow for a detailed and extensive analysis. Similarly, this implies that the recruiter himself (or at a person present with him) must also be sufficiently competent in the language in question, which is not always the case.

Another common method for language assessment is to ask the candidate to answer a series of questions. Its advantage is being applicable in most cases and being able to focus specifically on a particular aspect of the language, which includes writing. Another advantage is that it can be realized remotely by the candidate.

The Pipplet Language Assessment Test

Thanks to the internet, it is possible to pass a remote test to a person. The language test proposed by Pipplet is completely online and available to any candidate with a computer equipped with audiovisual devices.

Our test is distinguished, first of all, by content focused on realistic scenarios in order to get to the point. Simple to use, it covers a wide range of skills: pronunciation and oral fluency, structured expression ability, language adaptation to context, etc.

For a relevant result, the candidate's answers will be evaluated by native professionals in the language being tested. The Pipplet test is also available for the main international languages. The results are obtained within 24 hours of the test.

Modern and efficient, our test is used as a reference by many companies.