About IDP IELTS | IELTS Latin America

About IDP Education

IDP Education is a world leader in international student placement services and a proud co-owner of IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

IELTS is jointly owned by The British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge English Language Assessment. Since its launch in 1989, IELTS has become the world’s most popular high-stakes English language proficiency test.

Who Are We?

For more than 45 years, IDP Education has played a major role in international education and placed more than 400,000 students into quality institutions in Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Canada and New Zealand.

Key Milestones

1969 IDP Education is established
1989 Launch of IELTS
1996 IDP owned by Australian universities
2006 SEEK Ltd acquires shares of IDP
2009 IDP launches multi-destination strategy
2015 IDP Education lists on the ASX

80+ TEST LOCATIONS ACROSS LATIN AMERICA

Career Opportunities

As English-language testing continues to play an essential and growing role in international study and migration, the IDP IELTS team is committed to making IELTS increasingly accessible across Latin America.
A proud co-owner of IELTS, IDP Education has a network of 80+ test locations (and growing!) in the region. We are a dynamic and engaged team, working in a results-driven, fast-paced environment where every day we get to see the direct impact of our work in a Latin American and global context.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is IELTS?

IELTS is a test of English Language proficiency recognised by more than 10,000 organisations including educational institutions, employers, professional associations and governments, in more than 140 countries around the world.

How long is my IELTS score valid for?

IELTS results are valid for two years.

What is the IELTS Academic test?

The IELTS Academic test is for people applying for higher education or professional registration in an English-speaking environment. It reflects some of the features of academic language and assesses whether you are ready to begin studying or training.

What is the IELTS General test?

The IELTS General Training test is for those who are going to English speaking countries for secondary education, work experience or training programs. It is also a requirement for migration to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK. The test focuses on basic survival skills in broad social and workplace contexts.

How do I book/register for my test?

Most IELTS test centres offer a convenient online booking system, which can even be completed on your phone. To complete your registration, you will need to upload a clear colour scan or photo of your passport and use your credit card to finalise payment. Click here [https://ieltsamericas.com/take-ielts/find-a-test-location/] to start the booking process. To register in person, please contact your closest test centre to learn more.

How much does it cost?

There is no difference in cost for the Academic and General Training tests. Please check with your closest centre to confirm local pricing. To find a test centre near you: [https://ieltsamericas.com/take-ielts/find-a-test-location/]

When can I take IELTS?

IELTS is available on 48 fixed dates a year – up to four times a month on Thursdays and Saturdays, depending on local demand. To view the 2018 IELTS calendar, go to [https://ieltsamericas.com/take-ielts/find-a-test-location/]

Where can I take IELTS?

IDP IELTS offers testing in over 100 locations across Latin America. Find a test centre near you: [https://ieltsamericas.com/take-ielts/find-a-test-location/]

What if I am absent or sick on the day of my test?

Absence on test day with no prior notice means that you will lose your full test fee. However, if you are unable to attend due to a serious medical condition and provide a medical certificate within 5 days of the test date, you can receive a refund minus the local administrative cost. Please contact your test centre for complete information.

What if I need to postpone or cancel my application?

In general, if you postpone or cancel your application more than 5 weeks before the test date, you will receive a refund minus an administration charge. If you postpone or cancel within 5 weeks of the test date, you will be charged the full fee unless you have a medical reason. If you provide a medical certificate within 5 days of the test date, you will receive a refund minus the local administrative cost. For complete information, please contact the test centre where you booked your test.

What can I take into the examination room?

You must bring the same identification document that you used on the IELTS Application Form with you on test day. You must leave all personal belongings outside the examination room. Mobile phones must be switched off and placed along with all of your other items in the area designated by the supervisor. If you do not switch off your phone or if you keep it with you, you will be disqualified.

Do I take all parts of the test on the same day?

The Listening, Reading and Writing components of the test are always completed immediately after each other and with no break. You will take the Speaking test up to 7 days either before or after the test date, depending on the test centre. The date and time of the Speaking test will be confirmed the week before the test.

How many Test Report Forms (TRFs) am I entitled to?

You will only receive one copy of your Test Report Form. At the time of registration, you can name up to five (5) institutions that you would like to send copies of your TRF to. These will be posted via regular mail at no additional cost. Additional charges for courier services and/or overseas postage will apply.

How do I request for an additional TRF from IDP Canada: IELTS Test Centre?

As long as your IELTS results are valid (2 years from the date of the test), you can request the test center where you took the test to send additional copies of your Test Report Form to organizations of your choice. There is a small administrative fee for each additional TRF request, regardless of whether the organization accepts results electronically or by post. To request an additional TRF, please complete the online form at https://idp.ieltscanadatest.com/test-results/getting-results/. Upon submission, your Test Centre Administrator will contact you to confirm payment.

What if I lose my copy of the TRF?

If you have lost your TRF, please contact the test centre that issued your TRF.

Testimonials

This was a fantastic presentation! It was very clear, practical and moved at a good pace. I would highly recommend these webinars

Shauna, Student

IDP IELTS Masterclass really helpful, as preparation for the IELTS exam and give us support in many ways to improve our English.

Leny, Company CEO

Instructions before the IELTS written and speaking test were very clear and the people were nice and helpful. I found the written test pretty good. It was not too difficult, nor too simple. The results came quickly and I was accepted in the program and I am currently in the middle of my first year exams.

Nicholas Cletz, Company CEO

I like that they are open to give us some information and kind of training course without any cost so we can get ready for this important test.

Danna, Student

IELTS has been growing steadily for 20 years because it works. It’s good to know that IELTS has been the choice of millions of people over the years. IELTS stood out immediately because it tests all four skills – reading, writing, speaking and listening, giving a well-rounded assessment of my English

Arnik Surasarang, Teacher

Thanks to IDP IELTS Masterclass for the interesting webinar, it was very informative, well organised and practical.

Hussein, Student

The webinar which was held on the 1st of November was satisfactory, informative and valuable. All the questions were answered and explained in a proper way. Thank you!

Olena, Company CEO

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