Dutch Civic Integration Test | Inburgering exam
Are you not from Europe? Do you want to learn Dutch or do you need to integrate? When you are from outside Europe, you have to sit the inburgeringsexamen (Dutch Civic Integration Exam). This is needed in order to get a Dutch resident permit or to apply for Dutch citizenship. At EBC, you can follow an appropriate course to achieve your integration diploma or State examination.
Civic Integration Program
During the Dutch civic Integration course, you will learn to understand, speak, read and write the Dutch language at language level A2. You will learn the Dutch language in a practical way. You will learn how people live and work in the Netherlands, what the customs and traditions are and how to find a job. At the end of the course, you will pass through to the ’inburgering’ exam preparation process in which you will practice mock exams and learn what else you need to succeed.
All EBC integration and State Examination training courses consist of a blended learning structure which means classroom lessons as well as e-learning. The classroom lessons take place in our training facility in Bergen op Zoom. The e-learning can be done at home, or you can work under supervision in our multimedia room (assisted learning).
Based on an intake, you will be placed on a suitable course. If you complete your e-learning and homework assignments and are always present and motivated in lessons, then you are 100% guaranteed to pass the ‘inburgering’ exam.
Dutch Civic Integration Exam results
The Dutch civic integration diploma consists of different tests that assess the knowledge of the Dutch language and knowledge of Dutch society. When you’ve passed all the exams, you will get a citizenship certificate and you’ll be naturalised.
The NT2 State examination can also be used for integration and for applying for naturalization (a Dutch passport) or a permanent residency permit. There are two examination programs.
- Program I, at language level B1 / 2F, if you want to work or study at vocational level 3 or 4.
- Program II, at language level B2 / 3F, if you want to work or study at the level of college / university.
Teaching Method
Based on the intake EBC will determine which teaching method is most suitable for you. We work with recognized teaching methods and e-learning focused on the Dutch civic integration diploma and the State Examination.
Our teaching method is based on various themes with practical exercises and is focused on everyday situations, so that you can benefit from your learning immediately.
We pay attention to exactly those elements that you need to pass the inburgering exam.
How we work
You can subscribe for the Dutch Civic Integration course via 0164 26 56 79 or ebctalen@ebc.nl. After registration, we will invite you for an intake.
The intake consists of reading, writing and learning ability tests and an interview in which you can express your wishes and in which we assess your verbal skills and your motivation. Based on the intake results, we will be able to determine which course programme would best suit you and determine the number of lessons you will need to pass the Dutch civic integration exam.
Language level
You can participate in the course from language level A0.
Illiterate people cannot participate.
Group Size
6 to a maximum of 10 participants
Costs Inburgering Exam
You can take out a loan from DUO for the costs of the course. EBC can help you, if necessary, to apply for the loan. EBC can also tell you in which situations the debt need not be repaid partly or wholly.
Civic integration courses
Integration – fast
24 weeks
2 x 2 hours per week group lessons (96)
2 x 2 hours per week assisted learning or e-learning
Starting level A1
Integration – tempo
40 weeks
2 x 2 hours per week group lessons (160)
2 x 2 hours per week assisted learning or e-learning
Starting level A0/A1
Integration – medium
52 weeks
2 x 2 hours per week group lessons (208)
2 x 2 hours per week assisted learning or e-learning
Starting level A0/A1
Integration – slow
78 weeks
2 x 2 hours per week group lessons (312)
2 x 2 hours per week assisted learning or e-learning
Starting level A0
Examination preparation course
12 weeks
2 x 2 hours per week group lessons (48)
2 x 2 hours per week assisted learning or e-learning
Starting level A2
Orientation in the Dutch employment market module
12 weeks
2 x 2 hours per week group lessons (48)
2 x 2 hours per week assisted learning or e-learning
Starting level A2
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- The duration of the course is determined after the intake and depends on your starting level and your ability to learn.
- The costs of the inburgering exam include the necessary teaching materials and one KNS, speaking, writing, reading and listening skills exam.
- The Orientation in the Dutch employment market module is mandatory for anyone who is obliged to integrate from 1 January 2015 or who wants to be naturalised.
Please note, you will receive your integration diploma when you have passed all the exams.
You can also follow an individual Dutch Civic integration course at EBC. For more information, please contact us: Call 0164-265679 or send an e-mail toto ebctalen@ebc.nl.
