NCLA
The National Center for Language Assessment (NCLA) specializes in recruiting, training, and certifying language proficiency testers. Our certified testers provide Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPI) using the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) Skill Level Descriptors (SLDs).
Defense Language Institute
NCLA powers DLI testing to ensure operational readiness across all U.S. Forces
Other Government Testing
NCLA is the trusted source for language testing in many areas of the United States Government
Trusted assessments in 100+ languages
NCLA has deep roots in working with multiple government agencies to test readiness and capability in all major languages and sub-dialects. We assess in dozens of languages from all corners of the globe.
Military readiness contracting
NCLA's work with the U.S. Military ensures that our service members are experts in their language
Ensuring that the government's language specialists are proficient
NCLA is the trusted provider of language assessments showing that American military personnel, diplomats, and employees are ready for anything
Learn why NCLA performed assessments are trusted to keep our fighting forces at the ready
NCLA's testing is second-to-none, and aligns with all major national and governmental standards of proficiency assessment
NCLA is the trusted resource for the Defense Language Institute and other major U.S. government agencies
Assessments for government professionals
NCLA is the top GSA provider of language assessment, conducting testing according to the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale
Learn about the ILR scale and why it's the most trusted metric for government assessment
Customized Consultation
Our team can work with your agency if you have specialized language testing needs. Contact us to discuss which languages you need and we will work with you to achieve your goals!
Many languages, many assessments
Our language experts can work with your team in 100+ languages. You need to know that your personnel can communicate effective in every language they are assessed in. We can help.
Need Personal Assistance? Give us a call!
If you need personalized assistance or have any questions about anything NCLA, we are standing by to assist! Call us at (703) 894-2900. A team member will be happy to assist you.