It has been a while since I last wrote a post. As you already know last time I was talking about whether to resume my college studies or take another international exam and be done with it. For now, I am leaning more on the possibility to take the CAE exam. Not only would it take less time, but it would also help me to shore up my weaknesses, which are not many (modesty aside), in the English language.

 

First off all, the CAE is a C1 type of test; which equates to an advanced level examination. Consequently, the preparation needed for this test must be done at least four months in advanced, and has to be detailed and specific. Personally, when push comes to shove, I could  always take the course so as to secure a pass. For instance, I have heard of five-month programs which prepare for the exam successfully and tackle all the skills at once.

 

Why should I be this worried though. Why am I not unfazed by the strong possibility of taking this test. Well, given the fact that I consider myself out of practice (Passed the ECPE exam back in 2012), due to not having been in contact with this kind of exams for quite a while now. Not to mention that the thought of failing the exam niggles me constantly. Thus, I feel it incumbent upon myself to make the right decision.

 

Lastly, am I sure that if I stick it out until the end of the preparation course, will I have procured a pass for sure. Be that as it may, will it not be that easy. Hence, the need for me to take it as seriously  as possible so as to ensure successful results.

P.S. I have attached a video which gives a concise explanation of the nuts and bolts of taking the CAE