Global Seal of Biliteracy
LPC Administrator
Global Seal of biliteracy
Who should test?
- Majors and minors in their second 200-level language class
- Minors in their first 400-level language course
- Majors taking any of these three advanced courses:
- LLCU421: Methods of Teaching World Languages
- SPAN491: Capstone
- LLCU 499: Skills Assessment, Career Planning and Portfolio Development
All students are welcome and encouraged to test, regardless of level! You may also test in more than one language and re-test as frequently as you'd like.
What is the Global Seal?
The Global Seal of Biliteracy™ is a national/internationally recognized credential, certifying proficiency in two or more languages, English and your target language (French, Spanish Chinese, Japanese, etc). The Global Seal is a standardized and external measure of language ability.
Why earn a Global Seal?
The Global Seal of Biliteracy is a serial-numbered Bilingual Credential that you can add to your resume, CV, or LinkedIn profile in the Licenses and Certifications section to stand out in the job market.
How can you earn a Global Seal?
DLLC has partnered with the Avant STAMP 4S Proficiency test, one of the most affordable testing options for students to qualify for a Global Seal credential. High scores on the Avant STAMP 4S Proficiency test can qualify you for one of two Global Seal levels: Functional Fluency and Working Fluency.
The DLLC Proficiency Advisor will apply for the Global Seal of Biliteracy on your behalf once coursework information and scores have been received. Your personalized Global Seal of Biliteracy and unique serial-numbered credential will be given to the Avant testing administrator and then shared with you. For further questions, please contact testing administrator and proficiency advisor Blythe Milbury-Steen or make an appointment.
