Goethe-Zertifikat A1 (Start German 1) Exam Schedule
The official list below shows time slots reserved not confirmed exams. Check with your instructor if the final exam for the course will be held during this time period.
Be sure to read all the Goethe exam terms and guidelines on each exam page before registering. Make sure you register for the appropriate level of the exam.
Locations
The Exam Schedule lists the locations in which DEP conducts operator qualification exams. Please visit the individual exam pages for additional information regarding exam content, exam terms and conditions, and other guidelines. If you need special accommodations due to chronic illness, hearing or visual impairment, or any other disability, contact the exam provider and provide the information when you register.
The Faculty Dashboard in Workday includes a "View My Teaching Schedule" that allows faculty to locate their exam schedules. The Registrar's Office also has a list with exam times for classes that must take an exam as per NYSED regulations. Final exams for evening classes are scheduled during the regular class time of the final exams.
Please be aware that the Projected University Examination Schedule is only a guideline and that final exam dates are subject to change.
Registration
The exam schedule is available on the internet, and students are advised to consult it. However it is crucial to keep in mind that the final exam schedule can be altered at any time. This is why students should consult with their instructors to confirm that they have the correct date and time for their test. Students should be sure to print the official list and bring it with them to their exam.
enquiry should also be familiar with the guidelines and conditions of the exam in addition to the schedule. They are available on the webpage for each exam. Upon registration, students acknowledge that they have read and agree to these conditions and terms.
Exam sites try their best to accommodate participants who have special needs. The nature and extent of these needs should be declared on the registration and verified by a doctor's attestation. The locations of the exam must be able to respect confidentiality and keep it.
If a student is scheduled to take three tests on the same day, they must contact their instructor or department to arrange for a make-up test. Although it is possible to take three exams in one day, it could cause high stress levels and could impact the quality of the exam. The instructor may not be able to give an opportunity to take a makeup test on a different day.
Students should review their course materials prior to taking the test and work on their German skills. The exam is a test on paper that assesses the ability to read, speak, and write in German. The exam results are presented on a scale from A1 to C2. Students who pass the exam are awarded a Goethe-Zertifikat. The certificate confirms that the student has attained language level A1. This level is the first level of the six-level scale of competence set out in the Common European Framework of Reference for Foreign Languages. The exam is free. Students should bring a valid government-issued ID to the test. Anyone who does not have a valid photo identification will be disqualified.
Fees
If you have completed your studies at Elan Academy and wish to obtain the Goethe-Zertifikat A1 (start German 1), you must pay the exam fee. This is in addition to the cost of the course.
Practice tests let you get a feel for the style, wording, and difficulty of the questions on the test. They can help you evaluate your knowledge, identify gaps and improve your chances of acing the exam.
It is important to note that the exam fee is not refundable. Examination results can only be accessed via email, not via telephone.