Structure of the examination
The examination consists of a written and an oral part. It tests the ability to communicate in an appropriate manner in a German-speaking workplace.
For the Deutsch Test Beruf A2, test takers complete tasks involving the skills of reading, listening, writing and speaking. The examination tasks also contain elements of mediation. The content and nature of the texts in the reading and listening parts reflect everyday professional life.
In the oral examination, test takers respond to input and express themselves orally. The focus is on direct communication between test takers and with the examiners and the topics and tasks are related to professions, everyday work and tasks that are completed in the workplace.
Subtest | Number of parts | Duration in minutes | Additional information | |
Written examination | Reading | 4 | 40 | |
Reading and Listening | 1 | 20 | ||
Listening | 4 | 20 | ||
Listening and Writing | 1 | 5 | ||
Language elements and Writing | 2 | 10 | ||
Oral examination | Speaking | 3 | approx. 16 | Pair examination |
This examination is available as a paper-based examination. It can NOT be taken as a partial examination.
In the mock examination, you will find more important details, including a complete examination with solutions to prepare at home or in class. You will learn how the examination works and how the written and oral performances are assessed
Deutsch-Test für den Beruf A2 Übungstest 1
You can download the mock examination and the corresponding audio files here free of charge.
Download Mock ExaminationWhat can learners at CEFR level A2 do?
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) defines six levels of competence: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2.
Learners at A2 can understand commonly used expressions.
They can communicate in simple, routine situations that involve a simple and direct exchange of information about familiar and routine matters.
They can describe their background and education, as well as things related to immediate needs.
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