Get in touch with Radboud in’to Languages if you require a certificate for inclusion in the BIG register of healthcare professionals. We perform assessments for English reading skills (B2) and provide an NT2 course at C1 level. If you pass the final assessment for that course, you will receive a C1 certificate suitable for submission to the BIG register.
English reading skills (B2)
This assessment is based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and tests candidates at B2 level. This is an admission assessment developed by the testing team at Radboud in’to Languages to test English proficiency at B2 level.
There are no entry requirements for the assessment; anyone can take it.
After participating, you will receive one of the following qualifications:
- Candidate performs successfully at B2 level
- Candidate has not mastered B2 level
Additional content information and sample questions
Registration
When you register, please indicate what you need the certificate for: BIG registration. You can indicate this in the ‘comments’ field.
Assessment dates for BIG registration
- 13 May 2025 (registration deadline: 6 May 2025)
- 17 June 2025 (registration deadline: 10 June 2025)
- 22 July 2025 (registration deadline: 15 July 2025)
- 12 August 2025 (registration deadline: 5 August 2025)
- 11 November 2025 (registration deadline: 4 November 2025)
Practical information
Costs
€145 for English reading skills (B2) for BIG registration (including certificate).
You will receive an invoice after the registration deadline has passed.
Results
You will receive the results by email no later than 15 working days after taking the assessment, provided you have paid. The certificate will then be sent digitally and/or by post.