Mock Exams for CIOL Examinations
Mock Exams for CIOL Qualifications
The only way to find out whether you are ready for the real thing. Sit a real past CIOL exam paper* under strict exam conditions, live via Zoom, then have your work proofread and reviewed against the CIOLQ criteria by an experienced LanguagePartner™.
Available for CertTrans, DipTrans, DPSI Law and DPSI Health.
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*Real past CIOL exam papers are used where the CIOLQ provides them. Where they are not available, a suitable rubric-based match is used. Mock Exams are provided by linguisttraining.com and are entirely separate from the CIOLQ examinations.
Choose your Mock Exams
Buy the full Mock Exam Bundle and save, or buy single Units as you need them. Klarna and Clearpay offered at checkout.
CertTrans Mock Exams
DipTrans Mock Exams
DPSI Law Mock Exams
DPSI Health Mock Exams
Klarna and Clearpay offered at checkout
How a Mock Exam works
Book your slot
Choose a date and time during standard UK working hours.
Sit the exam
A real past CIOL paper, live via Zoom, in silence, with timed breaks.
Submit your work
Your written or audio submission goes to your LanguagePartner™.
Get your feedback
Detailed written guidance against the CIOLQ criteria.
A Mock Exam is a learning exercise, not a prediction of your result. It shows you where your technique and timing need work before the real thing.
Why sit a Mock Exam?
Know what to expect
The paper pattern, the question types and the difficulty level, before the day.
Master your timing
Find out how long each section really takes you, and plan accordingly.
Find your weak spots
Expert feedback shows exactly which skills need more attention.
Reduce the nerves
Sitting one under real conditions makes the real exam feel familiar.
Track your progress
Sit more than one and see how your technique improves over time.
Count it as CPD
Mock Exams can form part of your Continuing Professional Development.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Mock Exam?
A Mock Exam is a practice exam sat under the same conditions as the real thing: a real past CIOL paper, a set time limit, silence, and timed breaks. You then submit your work for expert review against the CIOLQ criteria.
Which qualifications do you offer Mock Exams for?
CertTrans, DipTrans, DPSI Law and DPSI Health.
Are the papers real CIOL exam papers?
Real past CIOL exam papers are used where the CIOLQ provides them. Where they are not available, a suitable rubric-based match is used.
Where and when do Mock Exams take place?
Online, live via Zoom, during standard UK working hours. You book a date and time that suits you.
Will my Mock Exam tell me whether I will pass the real exam?
No. A Mock Exam is a learning exercise, not a prediction of your result. It shows you where your technique, terminology and timing need work before you sit the real exam, and the CIOLQ alone determines exam outcomes.
Who reviews my work?
An experienced LanguagePartner™ working in your language pair, who proofreads your submission and provides detailed written guidance against the CIOLQ criteria.
How long does feedback take?
Your LanguagePartner™ aims to return your feedback within a week of your submission. Please note that we advise against booking a Mock Exam within two weeks of an upcoming exam.
Do I need to be studying one of your courses?
No. Mock Exams are available to anyone preparing for a CIOL exam, whether or not you have studied with us.
Can I buy a single Unit rather than the Bundle?
Yes. Single Units are £99 each; the Bundle covers every Unit of your qualification and saves you money.
Can Mock Exams count towards my CPD?
Yes. Many professional linguist organisations expect their members to keep up with Continuing Professional Development, and Mock Exams can form part of that.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. Klarna and Clearpay are offered at checkout, allowing you to spread the cost (subject to their approval). Find out more at our payment options page.
Can I contact the team before booking?
Absolutely - please do. We are a team of real people based in Sheffield, and we are always happy to answer any questions. Contact us at support@linguisttraining.com or via our contact page.
About linguisttraining.com
Award-winning courses for Translators and Interpreters
linguisttraining.com is the UK's leading provider of online courses for Translators and Interpreters. Based in Sheffield, we are a team of real people who are passionate about helping linguists develop their skills and achieve recognised qualifications.
Our courses have been recognised by the Chartered Institute of Linguists, who awarded us the CIOL Nuffield Trophy (when we were Talking Heads Linguist Training). The quality of our exam preparation is further evidenced by the fact that one of our students won the CIOL Fred Brandeis Award for the best DipTrans candidate - a remarkable achievement that reflects the standard of tuition and mentoring we provide.
Read more about us →'We are a team of real people based in Sheffield - not just a website. We talk to our students, we support them, and we celebrate when they pass. If you need anything before or during your training with us, just get in touch.'
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