SIELE
SIELE (INTERNATIONAL SERVICE OF EVALUATION OF THE SPANISH LANGUAGE)
Description
SIELE is an official qualification that certifies Spanish language proficiency through four assessment areas. It is developed jointly by the Instituto Cervantes, the University of Salamanca, the National Autonomous University of Mexico, and the University of Buenos Aires.
The certification is obtained through a computer-based exam that evaluates a candidate’s skills in:
- Reading Comprehension
- Listening Comprehension
- Written Expression and Interaction
- Oral Expression and Interaction.
SIELE is a single, multilevel exam, and candidates receive a certificate that includes:
- The score obtained in each of the four tests
- The corresponding CEFR level for each section
- A global score from 0 to 1000, calculated by summing the scores from all four sections
The CCEE administers the SIELE Global, the most comprehensive version of the exam, offering full certification of Spanish language proficiency.
Enrolment Process
The enrolment period is currently open.
For assistance, contact: secreacadccee@ucm.es
Registre in the CCEE
If you wish to register through the Complutense Center for Spanish Language Teaching (CCEE), please follow these steps:
1. Check the scheduled dates or contact the CCEE to arrange a a new one.
2. Once you have chosen your exam session,
a) Complete the registration form.
b) Make a payment of €140 by bank transfer to the following account:
Account Holder: Complutense Center for Spanish Language Teaching
Bank: SANTANDER CENTRAL HISPANIC BANK
IBAN: ES62 0049 2196 07 2414410694
BIC/SWIFT: BSCHESMMXXX
c) Send both the proof of payment and the completed registration form to: secreacadccee@ucm.es.
3. The CCEE will send you a code to register and apply the discount.
4. Go to the official SIELE website, create your account, and enter the code provided by the CCEE.
Important:
You may also register directly through the SIELE website, but in that case, the CCEE discount will not apply.
To register directly, please follow this link.
Exam training
The SIELE Global exam at CCEE includes acces SIELE Objective Course, a comprehensive training program that helps you prepare for all four components of the exam::
- Reading Comprehension
- Listening comprehension
- Written expression and Interaction
- Oral Expression and Interaction
Through this course, you will:
- Learn to navigate the exam platform and use its tools effectively
- Understand the structure, content, and instructions of each test
- Become familiar with the assessment criteria
- Practice in conditions similar to the official exam
The estimated duration of the course is 35–40 hours, and it is accessible for six months from the date of activation.
The course is organized into eight modules, with two modules per test section:
- Preparation module: Includes videos and interactive activities to explain the format of the test and develop strategies for each task
- Practice module: Allows you to complete mock tests under exam-like conditions
A guide for taking the SIELE exam is also provided within the course.
Teaching Staff
The exam is supervised by CCEE instructors and administered through the official SIELE online platform..
Test
The SIELE Global is a multilevel online exam that evaluates four language competences:
- Reading compehension - 60 minutes
- Listening comprehension - 55 minutes
- Written expression and interaction - 50 minutes
- Oral expression and interaction - 15 to 20 minutes
Course Certificate
The SIELE Global is a multilevel online exam that evaluates four language competences.
Enrolment Process
The enrolment period is currently open.
For assistance, contact:: secreacadccee@ucm.es
Duration
- Total test time: 180 to 185 minutes.
Scheduled examinations
2024/2025
- Wednesday 7 May (15:00 - 18:30) - Faculty of Philology (UCM) - Building A - Laboratory 009
- Wednesday 4 June (15:00 - 18:30) - Faculty of Philology (UCM) - Building A - Laboratory 009
If you need an alternative date, please contact the CCEE Academic Secretary's Office (secreacadccee@ucm.es) to arrange a personalized exam session.
Levels
- A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
Modality
- Face-to-face
Price
- €140
At the CCEE, the price is €140, which is €15 less than the standard cost.
This fee includes access to the SIELE Objective Course (valued at €50)..