Welcome to Skills for English: SELT
Skills for English is a suite of English proficiency tests used for work, study, travel and residency purposes – the result of a partnership between the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and PSI, a global testing provider delivering 22 million assessments a year in over 160 countries.
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More than 300 Test centre locations in over 140 Countries
Average test availability 6 days from registration
Results usually available in 3-5 days
Practice and Preparation Materials
We know how important it is for you to get the right result in your Skills for English test. It can take you a step closer to your chosen university, a new job, or joining your family in a new country.
Free Practice Tests
When you feel you are almost fully prepared for your Skills for English, you can take specimen tests that mirror exactly the kind of test you will get on test day.
Test takers always see better outcomes when they are well prepared. Follow these steps and take advantage of the materials available to prepare for your test.
- 'Find your level' diagnostic test
- Test information sheets
- PDF Test sheets
- SQA Academy e-Learning exercises
- Practice test books via our publishing partner Global ELT
What is a SELT?
Secure English Language Tests are required by the UK Home Office as part of the visa application process.
A Secure English Language Test (SELT) is a high-stakes test that is taken in a secure testing environment. SELTs are mandated by the UK Home Office Visas and Immigration division to assess the English language competence of visa applicants to the UK. SELTs cover the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and are delivered outside of the UK by four recognised test providers.
Next Steps - Booking your test
When you have prepared for your test you can check test availability near you, and browse our list of resellers before booking your test session.