EETC Preparation Program
English Exam for Quebec Teacher Certification
Our EETC program was carefully and thoughtfully developed based on our extensive experience with a large number of EETC students. Our expert instructors are highly skilled in preparing students for both sections of the EETC. We recognize and adapt to the unique challenges each student faces. We have experience teaching a variety of test-takers, including newly-admitted university students, professionals seeking a Quebec teaching license, second-language English learners, students with language-related disabilities, and those who have failed the test their first time. No matter your situation, you can benefit from our expertise and targeted practice sessions.
- Go to our EETC Course Page to Book Your Session Now
- Check out the EETC Exam Information
You need to take EETC if you are:
- Enrolled in an education program in a Quebec university and planning to teach in English
- Certified to teach outside Quebec and applying for a Quebec teaching license in English
What happens if you fail the exam?
You can retake it. If you only fail one of the test sections, you are required to retake that section of the test. For example, if you pass the Objective Language Tasks section, but receive a failing grade for your letter, you need to redo both parts of the Professional Writing section—the letter and email—but not the Objective Language Tasks.
Education Students:
There may be restrictions on how many times you can take the test. For example, McGill University students have 4 attempts to pass the test and may be granted a 5th attempt upon request.
Teachers Applying for a Quebec License:
Teachers who fail both sections of the exam repeatedly may need a letter of attestation from a tutoring company (such as Hit the Books) before being able to book another sitting of the exam. The letter of attestation verifies that the student in question is receiving instruction that will help them pass the test. Hit the Books offers these upon request to students enrolled in Study Packages.
Unique advantages of our EETC program
Evaluation Test
During the first session, you will be given a practice test designed to assess your skills in both the Language and Writing sections, as needed. Subsequently, according to your results and the outcome of any previous EETC exams, your instructor will evaluate your level and target the areas you need help with.
Personalized Study Plan OR Comprehensive Mini-Group Class
Your 1-to-1 study plan will be focused on your specific requirements. Based on your results and registration, your tutor will assign the exercises and practice scenarios that will best help you pass the test. Furthermore, your sessions will be planned in accordance with your schedule and registration to guarantee maximum efficiency.
Depending on availability, you may also have the option of registering for our 8-12 session Mini-Group class, which covers both the writing and language sessions. You will have the benefit of a regular schedule, a syllabus, two in-class practice exams, and a small group environment.
Ongoing Assessment
In order to provide continuous feedback on your progress as well as the effectiveness of the instruction, your instructor will monitor your progress each lesson, and provide homework designed to strengthen your weaker areas and keep you on an organized study path. They will provide you with targeted spelling, grammar, and writing exercises designed to assess your English and writing skills.
Our Material
Not only do our tutors use the CEETC practice manual, but we also provide each registered student with worksheets designed by Hit the Books. This program was carefully and thoughtfully developed based on our experience with a large number of EETC students. It contains an overview of the test, grammar and writing worksheets, practice scenarios, an organizational template for the email and letter, and other writing tips.
Registrations
After your first session, you can decide which study package works best for you. Generally, we find that a registration of 12 or 8 weekly or biweekly sessions is necessary for students who are new to the exam, or those seeking to retake a section that they failed. However, you may need more or less preparation, depending on your fluency in English, your writing skills, the time you have for private study, and many more factors. Our advice for all students is to begin two months in advance of the deadline in order to derive the maximum benefit from your tutoring experience. With regularly scheduled sessions, you will have the chance to strengthen your skills and improve on your weaker areas.
Book It Now!
To book your session, simply head to our EETC Course Page, find your tutor, and select an available time slot! If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to Contact us.
To facilitate your booking, let us know in an email or via the booking portal whether you have taken the EETC test before and what your result was. Please also let us know your first language and your education status (e.g. whether you are an undergraduate student, graduate student, or teaching professional).
