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Certificado Superior de Español del Turismo
This certificate serves as proof of good control of the Spanish language and knowledge of the technical language used in tourism and all adjacent industries and businesses (travel agencies, wholesalers, hotels, transportation, etc.). Candidates should have reached the level of grammar knowledge corresponding to the avanzado level of the Instituto Cervantes curriculum before taking the examination. Test candidates should be able to understand texts and documents from the tourism industry (travel packages and routes, travel contracts, technical literature, commercial correspondence, etc.) and be able to hold telephone conversations, look for and give information, lead negotiations with customers and accept complaints.
Structure
Written expression
- Reading comprehension; 20 points (40 minutes)
- Specific language proficiency; 20 points (40 minutes)
- Creation of texts; 30 points (55 minutes)
Oral expression
- Oral examination; 20 points (15 minutes)
Results
The exam has a total of 90 points. In order to pass the exam, the candidates must have at least 45 points including 35 points from the written exam and 10 points from the oral exam. A candidate can fail the exam if they receive zero points in one of the test sections. Anyone who fails the written examination has no chance to take the verbal examination. No documents or dictionaries may be used during the examination. A candidate can also fail the exam if the answers are given in illegible handwriting.
Current information concerning test dates, places and fees is to be found on the following website:
Madrid Chamber of Commerce