CILS exam preparation course

    Become proficient in Italian and ready for the CILS exam with the CILS exam preparation course. Enjoy 1-on-1 personalised classes with a dedicated tutor, all designed to help you pass the test with flying colors.

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    What you will learn in the CILS exam preparation course

    Prepare to ace your CILS exam with our comprehensive preparation course. You will be guided through essential skills and strategies to help you succeed.

    Skills that you will develop in the CILS exam preparation course

    • Improve your Italian grammar and vocabulary
    • Enhance your listening and comprehension skills
    • Boost your speaking confidence and fluency
    • Develop effective reading strategies
    • Master exam techniques and time management

    How Preply Italian courses work

    1. Select your ideal tutor for your CILS exam preparation course. Then, book a trial lesson of either 25 or 50 minutes before signing up for the course.
    2. You’ll receive a tailored learning plan based on your goals and get a feel for the tutor’s teaching methods. Don’t worry if you’re not completely satisfied. You have the option to switch to a different tutor for free, or claim a full refund.
    3. Once you’ve completed your trial lesson, you’re all set to subscribe! At this stage, you can decide how many lessons you’d like to schedule per week or month. Even after finishing the course, you can continue your learning journey. Feel free to cancel your subscription at any time as per your convenience.

    Course mode

    Online, with your favourite tutor

    Course rating

    5.0 (2,987 reviews)

    Course level

    Intermediate

    Course duration

    13 hours (Estimated 7 weeks, 2 lessons/week)

    Course price

    Starting at kr 77 per lesson

    Subscription based

    Once you finish the course, keep learning or cancel your subscription anytime.

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    115 Italian teachers available

    • Michael T.
      Professional
      Super Tutor

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      50-min lesson

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      15 years of teaching experience and multiple qualifications at your service, to create a tailored course and make you feel at ease. — ● Certified teacher: BUSINESS ENGLISH /ITALIANO, EXAMS (including Citizenship exam & CILS), language for travelling.
      ● Fully bilingual italian-english, 15 years of teaching experience: Lessons will be tailored to your needs, level, and preferences.

      Why choose Michael T.

      "Capace, onesto e puntuale. Ha molta pazienza con i bambini. Sono molto contenta. Capable, honest and punctual. He has a lot of patience with children. I'm very content."

      radita

      radita

      December 9, 2018

    • Natalia N.

      193 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

        Speaks
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      Italian language for living, working, and traveling in Italy. I teach Italian to students from beginner to advanced levels. Preparation for CILS, CELI exams. — I have lived in Italy since 2016.
      I graduated from Kyiv National Linguistic University in 2001.
      From 1998 to 2001 I studied in Italy at the University of Milan, as well as at the Dante Alighieri Society.
      From 1998 to 2001, I taught Italian in courses for foreigners at the University of Milan.

      Why choose Natalia N.

      "Very in depth during the lessons and provides helpful homework to do outside of the lessons!"

      Austin

      Austin

      April 15, 2023

    • Luca B.

      183 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

        Speaks

      Tutor with 15 years of experience. — Hi there! My name is Luca, I live in Mexico, and I'm Italian. Since 2002, I've been teaching Italian to students of all ages, from 15 to 70 years old, from beginner to advanced levels, according to the CEFR. I've prepared students for the CILS and CELI certifications.

      Why choose Luca B.

      "Luca is an excellent teacher. He is always responsive to the direction I wish to go and the focus of my studies. He has always been punctual and seems to have an endless amount of books and materials to share which is very helpful as questions arise about details of the Italian language. Highly recommended."

      GEOFFREY

      GEOFFREY

      August 4, 2017

    • Fabio P.

      260 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

        Speaks
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      Qulified Italian and Spanish teacher, with over 8 year of experience — Hello my name is Fabio I am 34 years old, I love sports (especially surfing), cooking, music, literature and traveling.
      I have more than 8 years of language teaching experience, working at public and private schools, and as a private tutor (online and face to face).

      Why choose Fabio P.

      "Fabio is a great tutor! He makes the lessons fun and helpful. He has a lot of resources at the ready to supplement any learning needs during the lesson. I would highly recommend booking a lesson with him! "

      Hannah

      Hannah

      August 1, 2022

    • Natalia Z.
      Professional

      174 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

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      Certified Italian Language Tutor for Foreigners (PhD, DILS-PG II, CILS C2) — Hello! My name is Natalia. Originally from Russia, I now reside in Italy. I'm a passionate language teacher with over 20 years of experience at the university level and online. I explain grammar in Russian or Italian, while speaking practice is always conducted in Italian.

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    • Mirko Federico Q.

      337 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

        Speaks
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      Professional teacher of italian language - CELI and CILS preparation — Hi! My name is Mirko and I'm from Milan. I am an experienced Italian teacher and passionate about travel, cooking, music and languages.
      I teach Italian online to students from different parts of the world, I love learning about new cultures and sharing mine.

      Why choose Mirko Federico Q.

      "Mirko adapts to your skill level quickly and is confidently able to lead his lessons. I feel so awesome after each one! Highly recommended."

      Jack

      Jack

      April 16, 2022

    • Sviatoslav L.

      New

      tutor

      241 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

        Speaks

      Certified Tutor with 10 years of experience. Speaking and preparation for CELI,CILS and PLIDA — Hello, if you're looking for a professional tutor with linguistics background I would be happy to help you with General Italian, Business Italian and Preparation for PLIDA,CELI or CILS certification.
      I'm certified tutor, completed PLIDA certification and graduated from Dante Alighieri university in Italy.

    • Marco Q.
      Super Tutor

      386 

      kr

      50-min lesson

      • Italian

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      University Lecturer - CILS and CELI examiner (Certified) — Hello everyone, my name is Marco and I am an Italian living in China. I have been working as a lecturer in Italian for about 10 years. I love my job, to which I dedicate myself with passion and enthusiasm.
      I have a Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Languages (English and Chinese), a Master's Degree in Teaching Italian to Foreigners and a CEDILS (certification for teaching Italian).

      Why choose Marco Q.

      "Marco is an excellent teacher. His explanations are clear and concise. He has a very relaxed demeanor which in turn helps me to relax. I really like the way he gives positive. "

      Dianne

      Dianne

      April 21, 2025

    • Vincenzo E.

      New

      tutor

      241 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

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      Certified and experienced Italian teacher, specialized in CILS exams preparazione. Please, read my full bio to know more about me :) — Hi, I'm Vincenzo! I've been teaching Italian to foreign students for many years now, and the thing I love the most is sharing. It's not just a matter of entering the classroom and giving a lesson: it's like becoming a part of my students' world and making new connections!

    • Ekaterina P.
      Super Tutor

      174 

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      50-min lesson

      • Italian

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      Italian language tutor with CILS certificate, russian and italian native speaker — Hi everyone! My name is Ekaterina. I am a Russian native speaker, I come from St. Petersburg, but I have been living in Italy for 5 years, and I have been teaching Italian to foreigners for 2 years. I have a degree in linguistics, and I also worked as a purchasing manager with English for several years.

      Why choose Ekaterina P.

      "My lessons with Ekaterina are always productive and fun , the information and explanations are easy to understand :)"

      Asiya

      Asiya

      February 2, 2025