Become a DELF DALF examiner in Canada
The Centre for French Language Teaching and Certification of Québec (CECFQ) offers official training programs to become a certified DELF DALF examiner-grader or renew your certification.
These programs follow France Éducation international standards and allow qualified professionals to participate in official DELF and DALF examination sessions in Canada and internationally.
Whether you are applying for first-time certification or renewing your DELF examiner status, our training ensures a clear understanding of evaluation criteria and harmonization practices.
DELF DALF examiner certification training (A1–C2) – in person
Become a certified DELF DALF examiner-marker
Would you like to become a DELF DALF examiner and obtain official certification?
CECFQ offers in-person DELF DALF examiner training covering all CEFR levels from A1 to C2.
This training prepares candidates to assess speaking and writing performance according to France Éducation international evaluation standards.
Training objectives
- Obtain official DELF-DALF examiner-scorer certification
- Understand how DELF and DALF exams are structured and administered
- Master the speaking (oral production) and writing (written production) test components
- Learn how to use the official DELF-DALF marking grids
- Apply standardized correction and harmonization criteria
- Follow the procedures required for official DELF-DALF examination sessions
Training format
Format
in-person training
Levels available
DELF A1, A2, B1, B2, DALF C1, C2
Small groups
ensure effective calibration and quality learning
Training content includes
- analysis of candidate performance samples
- DELF DALF marking practice
- examiner calibration sessions
- harmonization of evaluation criteria
- examiner role and responsibilities
Training follows official France Éducation international standards.
Requirements to become a DELF DALF examiner
To enroll in examiner certification training, participants must:
- Be a French as a Foreign Language (FLE) teacher
- Demonstrate significant experience teaching French
- Hold a degree in FLE or a related field
- Have a confirmed minimum French level of B2
DELF DALF certification training cost
300–500 CAD per level (depending on the level selected)
Example: DALF C2 examiner certification = 500 CAD
Pricing depends on the selected level.
Who is this training for?
FLE teachers who want to become DELF-DALF examiners
Language schools and institutions wishing to certify their teaching staff
Universities and educational institutions
Language assessment professionals
Registration
Sessions are organized based on demand and trainer availability.
Contact: info@cecfq.ca
DELF examiner certification renewal (A1–B2) – online training
Renew your DELF examiner-corrector certification
Is your DELF examiner certification about to expire?
CECFQ offers online DELF certification renewal training for levels A1, A2, B1 and B2 in accordance with France Éducation international standards.
Maintain your official examiner status and continue participating in DELF exam sessions.
Objectives of renewal training
- Renew your DELF examiner-marker certification
- Master the official speaking and writing assessment grids
- Align your evaluation practices with current France Éducation international standards
- Maintain eligibility to participate in upcoming DELF exam sessions
Online training content
- Renew your DELF examiner-marker certification
- Master the official speaking and writing assessment grids
- Align your evaluation practices with current France Éducation international standards
- Maintain eligibility to participate in upcoming DELF exam sessions
Training delivered by an accredited trainer of DELF-DALF examiners-markers.
Training dates
Session planned: late May – early June 2026
Final date confirmed based on number of participants.
Registration deadline: May 10, 2026
Renewal training cost
250 CAD per participant
Small groups of 4–6 participants ensure optimal calibration.
Registration
Limited places available.
Contact: info@cecfq.ca
FAQ
- How can I become a DELF DALF examiner-marker?
To become a DELF DALF examiner-marker, you must complete official certification training aligned with France Éducation international requirements.
- Is DELF DALF examiner certification internationally recognized?
Yes. DELF DALF examiner certification is recognized by France Éducation international and allows qualified professionals to participate in official exam sessions worldwide.
- Who can become a DELF examiner?
French as a Foreign Language (FLE) teachers with relevant academic qualifications and teaching experience are eligible to apply for DELF DALF examiner certification.
- Can I become a DELF examiner without being certified for DALF?
Yes. Certification is level-specific. You may be certified to examine DELF A1, A2, B1 or B2 without holding DALF C1 or C2 certification.
- Can I obtain certification for multiple DELF DALF levels?
Yes. Teachers may complete certification training for several CEFR levels from A1 to C2 depending on their professional needs.
- What is the difference between a DELF examiner and a DELF grader?
An examiner evaluates speaking performance during oral exams, while a marker evaluates written production. Certification training prepares professionals for both roles.
- How many DELF DALF exams can an examiner assess?
The number of exams depends on demand from examination centres and examiner availability. DELF DALF sessions take place multiple times per year.
- Why become a DELF DALF examiner?
Becoming a DELF DALF examiner allows professionals to:
- develop expertise in language assessment
- participate in internationally recognized certifications
- strengthen their professional profile in FLE
- collaborate with official examination centres
- Does examiner training help teachers prepare students for DELF DALF exams?
Yes. Understanding official marking criteria helps teachers better prepare candidates for exam expectations and scoring standards.
- Does DELF DALF training include real exam samples?
Yes. Training includes analysis of authentic candidate productions to better understand evaluation standards.
- Can I take the DELF DALF examiner training if I already work at a language school?
Yes. Many language schools encourage their teachers to obtain DELF DALF examiner certification in order to strengthen internal expertise in language assessment and exam preparation.
- Can language schools register several teachers for examiner certification?
Yes. Institutions often register multiple teachers to develop internal expertise and support official exam sessions.