Language tests for teaching professions
On behalf of the Swiss Conference of Cantonal Ministers of Education ("Schweizerische Konferenz der kantonalen Erziehungsdirektoren" or "EDK" in German), the IMK carries out language tests (in German, French and Italian) for the recognition of foreign teachers' teaching qualifications.
For information about whether you need to provide proof of language proficiency, and at which level, please contact the competent office of the EDK.
Next examination dates
German: March 17, 2026
French: March 11, 2026
Italian: March 17, 2026