Official Italian language certifications

A certificate certifying knowledge of the Italian language is required for non-EU immigrants for the purpose of obtaining a residence permit and for all foreigners residing in Italy who are entitled to apply for citizenship. Even foreigners living abroad may be interested in certifying their level, such as a non-native speaker Italian teacher or foreign students wishing to enroll in a degree or master’s degree program at an Italian university.
Both can apply to the Scuola Virgilio, which since 2013 has been the exam center of the University for Foreigners of Perugia for the official CELI certification system (Certificate of knowledge of the Italian language) and is currently the main exam center in western Sicily.

Divided into 6 levels (from A1 to C2) according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for the knowledge of languages), the CELI exams certify skills and ability to use the Italian language.

In addition to the general CELI exams, it is possible to take specific exams such as the CELI 2i – level B1 exam for citizenship.

How exam registration works

To take the CELI exams, it is necessary to enroll at least 5 weeks before the exam, according to the official calendar prepared by the University for Foreigners of Perugia.

To personalize the experience

It is possible to register directly for a CELI exam, but it is advisable to follow a specific preparation course that Scuola Virgilio can organize upon request for one or more students, mainly as private lessons in the classroom or online.

To all its members, Scuola Virgilio offers:

Placement test

written and oral

Material

of specific preparation

Videolessons

online and recorded

ALSO ONLINE!

Italian language certificate

All year round, Scuola Virgilio offers private courses in general or specialized Italian, even at home with the teacher; intensive weeks for closed groups and schools; remote Italian lessons; preparation for the CELI Italian language exams (including the B1 for citizenship) of which Scuola Virgilio is the only exam center in the province of Trapani. Click below to take a free level test and, without obligation, we will contact you to propose the most suitable exam for you!

Ragazzo che studia in un corso di italiano alla Scuola Virgilio
Ragazzo che studia in un corso di italiano alla Scuola Virgilio
ALSO ONLINE!

Italian language certificate

All year round, Scuola Virgilio offers private courses in general or specialized Italian, even at home with the teacher; intensive weeks for closed groups and schools; remote Italian lessons; preparation for the CELI Italian language exams (including the B1 for citizenship) of which Scuola Virgilio is the only exam center in the province of Trapani. Click below to take a free level test and, without obligation, we will contact you to propose the most suitable exam for you!

Sicilia

Come and study Italian in Sicily

Scuola Virgilio is proud to have a multifaceted and cosmopolitan identity, having hosted in Trapani since 2006 over a thousand students of all ages, young people, adults and seniors, coming from over 50 countries of the world and from 5 continents.

To attend Italian courses at Scuola Virgilio (and/or sit any exams) you must enroll by completing the enrollment form and paying the €70 fee.
Enrollment at Scuola Virgilio is valid for two years and includes:

BEFORE THE COURSE

  • Level test
  • Access to the online “Community”.
  • Assistance in finding accommodation
  • Welcome pack with useful info and tourist brochures


DURING THE COURSE

  • Student card with discounts
  • Access to the media library
  • Guided tour of Trapani
  • Social activities: conversation at the bar, tastings, cooking lessons, etc.
  • Certificate of attendance

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