Public Service / Government Training

Preparation for the SLE tests

Are you a public service or a government employee, and you need to take French as a Second Language Evaluation (SLE) test soon? You need to reach either level B or C in French, in order to progress in your career?

The Alliance Française of Manitoba has been offering French training to civil servants for over 50 years. Our instructors have experience in coaching federal public service employees for preparation of the SLE (Second Language Evaluation).

Registration process

How to register for a French course at the AFM? Follow these two steps! 



Step 1 :  Assess your level first

  • If you are a complete beginner or at a beginner level, you may register only for our General French courses.
    Please note that SLE (Public Service) courses are not currently available for basic levels. 
  • If you know some French and you have AT LEAST a  B level (intermediate), you'll need to take an assessment test to enroll our courses for Public Service:
  • Public Service Placement Test ($30)

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or

  • Public Service Diagnostic Test  ($60)

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First in writing then you will be contacted to book your oral test with one of our teachers.


    Step 2 : Pick your class!

    Now that you know your level you can enroll to our classes EXCLUSIVELY for our level B (intermediate)  and C (advanced) ! If your level is A (beginner), feel free to enroll in a French regular training instead. According to your level, pick the class of your choice below and enroll online. You can also contact us over the phone (204-477-1515), at sle@afmanitoba.ca or info@afmanitoba.ca.

    Et voilà !



    We help students prepare for the 3 components of the SLE: Written Comprehension, Written Expression & Oral Proficiency to reach the BBB, CBC or CCC levels. There are two options to start learning French as a public service or a government employee:

    Group classes (online only)

    You can join a group class with other colleagues and improve your language skills with our standard method and our general curriculum within a group up to 8 students.

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    Private classes (online / in-person)

    You can request a private training with flexible schedules. Lessons are tailored to your particular needs!

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    The time required to meet your language goals depends on many factors including, but not limited to:

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    Step 1

    Email us at sle@afmanitoba.ca to explain your objectives and tell us your preferred schedules.

    Step 2

    Our team will advise on the best course of action for you, either enrolling in one of our group classes or creating a private custom program for your specific needs.