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The Certificate of Attainment in Greek is the official, internationally recognized credential confirming proficiency in the Greek language.
Greek proficiency exams are official language assessments that certify Greek language skills from A1 to C2 according to the CEFR. They are recognized for academic, professional, and legal purposes in Greece and internationally.
At Philoxenia Greek Language School, every academic level of our curriculum is aligned with the requirements of this certification, ensuring that learners can transition smoothly to the official examination process administered by the Centre for the Greek Language (CGL) under the Hellenic Ministry of Education.
Back to topA Structured Pathway Toward Official Certification
Our CEFR-based curriculum (A1–C2) develops all competencies assessed in the Certificate of Attainment in Greek examinations: Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing, and Language Awareness. Each instructional level is linked to clear proficiency outcomes and follows an assessment-driven educational methodology.
After completing each level, students are fully eligible to participate in the official examinations, held annually in Thessaloniki, across Greece, and at certified examination centers worldwide—ensuring accessibility for both local and international candidates.
Back to topComprehensive Support Across the Certification Journey
Philoxenia provides end-to-end academic and administrative guidance, including:
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Detailed briefings on exam format, criteria, and expectations
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Official sample materials and structured exam-preparation resources
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Advisory sessions with certified instructors
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Administrative support for the online registration platform
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Performance-oriented strategies to enhance exam readiness
Our objective is to deliver a rigorous, structured preparation framework that optimizes learner outcomes and certification success.
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B2 for Greek Universities — Timeline & Program
If your goal is B2 Greek for Greek Universities, the fastest structured route depends on intensity: with Intensive Greek Courses you typically need two 8-month terms (2×8 months), while with Superintensive Greek Courses you typically need two 3-month terms (2×3 months)—both aligned with CEFR (A1–C2) and designed to support progression toward the Certificate of Attainment in Greek (Ellinomatheia).
What this means in practice
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Intensive Greek Courses (2×8 months): best fit for learners who want steady progression with lower weekly load and stable planning.
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Superintensive Greek Courses (2×3 months): best fit for learners who want fast-track progression with higher weekly intensity and compressed timelines.
| Program | Typical time needed for B2 pathway | Duration per term | Weekly schedule | Total hours per term |
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| Intensive Greek Courses | 2 terms | 8 months | 2 days/week × 2 hours | 128 hours |
| Superintensive Greek Courses | 2 terms | 3 months | 5 days/week × 2 hours | 120 hours |
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Examination Center in Thessaloniki – Important Information
In Thessaloniki, the School of Modern Greek Language functions as an official examination center on behalf of the Centre for the Greek Language for issuing the Certificate of Attainment in Greek. The examinations are conducted once a year (every May) for all levels and additionally every October for Level A2 (Professional Purposes) and Level B1.
Further information is available at:
https://www.greek-language.gr/certification
Back to topOfficial Resources – Certificate of Attainment in Greek
- Examination Dates
- Online Registration Process
- Exam Structure & Task Types
- Sample Examination Papers
- Accredited Examination Centers Worldwide
- Examination Results
