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IELTS Essentials was originally established to help students achieve their desired scores for IELTS. Since then, with a variety of tests now being accepted by immigration departments across the world, we now offer preparation resources for PTE, TOEFL and CAE. No matter what English test you’re looking to sit, IELTS Essentials has the preparation resources you need for your chosen study or immigration path.

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PTE

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IELTS

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PTE For Canada Immigration

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PTE For Canada Immigration

In February 2023 Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that they had approved Pearson to administer a new English language proficiency test for individuals

English Essentials June 27, 2023

IRCC Releases New Minimum English Scores

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IRCC Releases New Minimum English Scores for IELTS, PTE and TOEFL

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have announced they will begin accepting PTE, TOEFL and CAEL test score results for Student Direct Stream Applications (SDS)

English Essentials May 27, 2023

PTE, TOEFL and CAEL For SDS Applications

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IRCC Announces PTE, TOEFL and CAEL English test will be accepted for SDS Applications in August

In recent news, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced on Saturday May 27th that they are expanding the number of English Language proficiency tests

English Essentials May 27, 2023

IRCC Approved English Proficiency Test

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Pearson’s PTE Core (Formerly PTE Essential): The New IRCC-Approved English Proficiency Test

PTE Core, formerly announced as PTE Essential is the latest English Proficiency Language Test to be approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Initially

English Essentials May 12, 2023

English Proficiency Tests Accepted in Canada

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The Ultimate Guide to English Proficiency Tests Accepted in Canada

English proficiency tests are a key requirement for those aspiring to relocate to Canada for work, study, or immigration. English is the primary language of

English Essentials May 4, 2023

Compare IELTS and PTE Scores

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How to Compare IELTS and PTE Scores: A Comprehensive Guide for Test Takers

If you’re considering taking the IELTS or PTE English language proficiency test or have already taken it, you might be wondering how your score translates

English Essentials April 14, 2023