Language | English

The Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language
for non-native speakers

TOCFL Preparation Course

The Best Exam Preparation Course
material image snap
Teaching materials designed to help students pass the test
material image snap
Certified and experienced teachers
material image snap
Systematic teaching approach
material image snap
Stress-free learning experience
material image snap
1-on-1 Course
Master Class
cover ad image

TOCFL Level Description

Novice

Level P-2

  • Focus on: Ability to recognize basic units of the Chinese language
  • Can recognize everyday, high-frequency words which are immediately relevant to oneself, with backtracking allowed, and meaning supported by context.
  • Can understand high-frequency words and phrases related to daily life with backtracking allowed, and meaning supported by context.

Band A

Level 3-4

  • Focus on: Basic communication ability in daily life
  • Can get an idea of the content of simple informational material and short simple descriptions, especially if there is visual support.
  • Can understand short, simple texts on familiar matters of a concrete type which consist of high frequency everyday or job-related language.

Band B

Level 5-6

  • Focus on: the comprehension and analytical ability for a context
  • Can read straightforward factual texts on subjects related to one’s field and interests with a satisfactory level of comprehension.
  • Can read with a significant degree of independence, adapting style and reading speed to different texts and purposes. Has a broad active reading vocabulary, but may experience some difficulty with low-frequency idioms.

Band C

Level 7

  • Focus on: Vocabulary extent and language proficiency
  • Can understand details in complex texts, even if they are not related to one's specific field of expertise, as long as challenging sections can be re-read.
  • Able to comprehend all written forms of language, including abstract, structurally complex, or colloquial literary and non-literary works.

Best Teaching Materials

material image snap

Learning Outcomes

material image snap

Warm Up

material image snap

Vocabulary

material image snap

Dialogue

material image snap

Phrases

material image
material image
material image
material image
material image
Course Outline and Features
Progressive Curriculum Designed for TOCFL Preparation.
Level 0
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Feature
  • Designed for absolute beginners starting from Pinyin or Zhuyin
  • Master the basic pronunciation of Chinese in 20 hours
Description
  • 5 Units
  • 20 Lessons
  • Exam-question-based practice
Unit 1

Introduction to Zhuyin System & Consonants

Lesson 1
Introduction to Zhuyin
Lesson 2
Consonants I
Lesson 3
Consonants II
Lesson 4
Review - Unit 1
Unit 2

Introduction to Medial & Rhymes

Customize Your Own Chinese Course

An education advisor will help you plan a study program that suits you the best.

Consultation

Understand your learning background and analyze your proficiency level

Solutions

Provide study planning and advice according to age and level

Option

Choose the course that suits you

Can’t wait to start learning?

Check out the course plans you are interested in right now!

Chinese Proficiency Levels

Elementary
Intermediate
Advanced
Near-Native
TutorABC Chinese
Lvl 1
Lvl 2
Lvl 3
Lvl 4
Lvl 5
Lvl 6
Lvl 7
Lvl 8
Lvl 9
Lvl 10
Lvl 11
Lvl 12
CEFR
Pre A1
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Learning Target
Basic Words and Phrases
Simple Interactions
Everyday Conversation
Fluent Discussions in Work and Learning Settings
Academic Chinese
Bilingual
HSK
Pre HSK
HSK 1
HSK 2
HSK 3
HSK 4
HSK 5
HSK 6
HSK 7-9

HSK Vocabulary

(Accumulated)

-
500+
1272+
2245+
3245+
4316+
5456+
11092+

HSK Grammar

(Accumulated)

-
48+
129+
210+
286+
357+
424+
572+

Suggested Learning Hours

20-40 hours
<300 hours
100-800 hours
400-3000 hours
-
TOCFL
-
Band Novice
Novice 1
Novice 2
Band A
A1
A2
Band B
B1
B2
Band C
C1
C2
TBCL
Level P
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
Level 7

TBCL Vocabulary

(Accumulated)

-
396+
798+
1254+
2669+
5288+
9432+
14425+

TBCL Grammar

(Accumulated)

-
15+
107+
241+
390+
496+
-
-

Suggested Learning Hours

20 hours
30-240 hours
120-480 hours
240-720 hours
360-960 hours
480-1920 hours
960-3840 hours
1920-3840+ hours

Learn Chinese with Ease

purchase-bg

Learn through Master Classes or 1-on-1 Courses

Live classes online 24/7

Other Courses

HSK Preparation Course
This exam preparation course is designed to determine the students' current Chinese level and help them reach a specific HSK level. It is particularly useful for students who seek to study or work in a Chinese-speaking environment or country. Our systematic teaching methods and detailed grading system will help you achieve the learning goals that are needed to pass the HSK exam at any level.
AI Matching Chinese
Specifically designed to support Chinese language learners in a fully immersive environment. Leveraging our innovative AI Matching technology, we select the most appropriate materials and topics for you according to your interests and needs. With TutorABC Chinese, level up your Chinese proficiency in all skills required by exams: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and translating in a comprehensive, culturally enriching classroom environment!