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Start your journey with Skills for English

Every day, Skills for English tests help someone fulfil their dreams.

Skills for English is a suite of English proficiency tests used for work, study, travel and residency purposes – the result of a partnership between the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and PSI, a global testing provider, delivering 22 million assessments a year in over 160 countries.​

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Approved for UKVI

One of only 4 SELT tests that can be taken at Home Office approved test centres outside of the UK

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Accessible

Easily find an available session in a global network of PSI test centres or book to take securely online with live proctoring

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Fast results

Test results are usually available within 3-5 days

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Skills for English: SELT, UK Home Office Approved SELT for UK visa applications, work, study and settlement
Skills for English: Global, for international student direct entry, career improvement and school testing

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