Norwegian language tests

Building a Norwegian-speaking team? Employees should be able to communicate comfortably at the proficiency levels their roles require.

TestGorilla's Norwegian language tests help you pinpoint candidates' Norwegian skills quickly and bias-free. Use our B1 and C1 proficiency tests to hire Norwegian speakers who can communicate at the right level for the role.

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Why test Norwegian proficiency?

More efficient collaboration: Streamline workflows by ensuring team updates, requests, and problem-solving take place coherently in Norwegian.
Stronger stakeholder relations: Build rapport and trust with Norwegian-speaking clients, investors, partners, and senior managers.
Quicker hiring: Waste less time with manual language checks and find your new hire faster.
Data-based decisions: Rely on scientifically valid test results rather than subjective opinions and inconsistent interviews.
More productive interviews: Assess proficiency before interviewing to ensure you only meet qualified Norwegian speakers.

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When to use Norwegian proficiency tests

Opt for Norwegian language proficiency tests if:

You're hiring employees who’ll interact with Norwegian-speaking customers – for instance, those in customer support or account management roles.
You're launching operations in Norway and need employees who can adapt quickly to dialogue, culture, and customs.
You don't have Norwegian-speaking in-house staff who can test candidates' Norwegian proficiency.
You're recruiting remotely for a Norwegian-speaking team and must ensure baseline communication ability.
You're bringing non-native Norwegian speakers into your Norway-based team and want to double-check language credentials.

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Measuring Norwegian proficiency across levels

TestGorilla’s language assessments follow CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) principles. The CEFR is a system for categorizing language proficiency, which helps match candidates to real-world requirements.

TestGorilla offers Norwegian language tests at levels B1 and C1.

This is what Norwegian speakers can achieve at each level:

A1 (Beginner)

Understand and use very basic Norwegian phrases, including greetings, directions, and measurements. A1 supports simple, repetitive work under supervision and with clear instructions.

A2 (Elementary)

Handle short conversations about routine tasks and basic needs. Manage customer interactions on familiar topics and write basic internal messages.

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B1 (Intermediate)

Read and write straightforward reports, summarize problems and situations, and briefly express opinions. Handle familiar workplace processes with ease.

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B2 (Upper Intermediate)

Understand and deliver more detailed presentations, and engage spontaneously in job-related discussions and meetings. Communicate confidently with customers, offering arguments, instructions, and reassurance. Learn more about B2 language proficiency

C1 (Advanced)

Discuss complex topics with ease and persuasion. Execute tasks such as pitching, negotiation, conflict de-escalation, and team motivation. Read and write detailed documents, such as market research reports, in correct Norwegian. Learn more about C1 language proficiency

C2 (Proficient)

Read, write, and speak at a near-native Norwegian level. Understand native Norwegian dialects and cultural references. Discuss demanding topics, from technical troubleshooting to business expansion and legal risks.

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Key skills assessed in Norwegian proficiency tests

TestGorilla’s Norwegian language proficiency tests evaluate four communication areas:

Vocabulary: Choose appropriate words and phrases for specific work contexts.
Grammar and sentence composition: Follow grammar rules, such as gendered nouns and verb tenses, and build full sentences at relevant CEFR levels.
Reading comprehension: Gather direct and implicit meaning from written text, such as emails or academic paragraphs.
Listening ability: Understand descriptions, instructions, and arguments in different Norwegian dialects, at level-appropriate speeds.

You can also add custom video questions to TestGorilla’s Norwegian language assessments to check candidates' speaking skills.

What roles require Norwegian proficiency?

Here are some roles where Norwegian language skills directly impact performance:

Project manager

Uses B2-level skills to lead meetings, communicate timelines and updates, and coordinate stakeholders with varying specializations. C1 Norwegian proficiency would help with more complex projects such as those in the public sector, telecommunications, or energy infrastructure.

Sales executive

Needs a minimum of B2 to conduct business development research and event networking. C1 enables complex deal negotiations, retaining high-value clients, and training junior sales colleagues.

Civil engineer

Requires a B2 at minimum to communicate plans, risk assessments, and safety concerns. Senior or specialized roles (e.g., hydropower plant focus) may warrant a C1 for nuance and leadership.

Legal assistant

Demands C1 Norwegian fluency to interpret legal documents, draft correspondence, and support casework under Norwegian law. C2-level vocabulary could help in specialized areas such as family or property law.

Norwegian language tests for every skill level

Norwegian B1 (Intermediate)

The Norwegian B1 (Intermediate) test evaluates candidates’ Norwegian proficiency at the B1 level of the CEFR framework. This test will help you hire employees who can communicate in Norwegian on subjects commonly encountered at work and in everyday life.

10 min

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Norwegian C1 (Advanced)

The Norwegian C1 (Advanced) test evaluates candidates’ knowledge of Norwegian language at the C1 level of the CEFR framework. This test will help you hire employees who can participate in demanding professional and social conversations in Norwegian.

10 min

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Designed and reviewed by Norwegian experts

TestGorilla's Norwegian proficiency assessments are built and fine-tuned by specialists with language teaching experience.

Johanne has been a Norwegian language teacher and cultural trainer for 10+ years, and has a background in social anthropology. Johanne coaches professionals in work-related Norwegian language, while also delivering general language courses from beginner to advanced levels.

Norwegian language tests FAQs

Test candidates' Norwegian skills as early in the hiring cycle as possible. Where roles require Norwegian proficiency, send out a quick test to all applicants before screening resumes. This will filter out underqualified candidates and allow you to focus screening efforts on those who meet the role's language requirements.

Here's how Click&Boat used TestGorilla’s language assessments to find top-performing staff.

Yes! You can customize TestGorilla’s Norwegian language proficiency assessments by adding questions with answer types including video, text, and multiple choice. You can also add up to four non-language tests for a more holistic screening process. For instance, communication, time management, and culture add tests can be taken in Norwegian.

Employers who use multi-measure skills assessments are happier with their new hires than those who test a single skill area.

It depends on what Norwegian proficiency level the job requires and how the candidate fares against it. For instance, a candidate might have a minimal level of A1 Norwegian, but the role doesn't require much stakeholder communication. In this case, you may want to hire them. However, if the role needs B2-level proficiency, then the answer's likely no.

Also, consider your business requirements. For example, you may need a role filled "yesterday" and your top-qualified candidate speaks Norwegian B2 rather than the desired C1 or C2 level. You might hire them to avoid losing revenue, and pay for their Norwegian C1 training on the job.

It depends on what Norwegian proficiency level the job requires and how the candidate fares against it. For instance, a candidate might have a minimal level of A1 Norwegian, but the role doesn't require much stakeholder communication. In this case, you may want to hire them. However, if the role needs B2-level proficiency, then the answer's likely no.

Also, consider your business requirements. For example, you may need a role filled "yesterday" and your top-qualified candidate speaks Norwegian B2 rather than the desired C1 or C2 level. You might hire them to avoid losing revenue, and pay for their Norwegian C1 training on the job.

Test candidates' Norwegian skills as early in the hiring cycle as possible. Where roles require Norwegian proficiency, send out a quick test to all applicants before screening resumes. This will filter out underqualified candidates and allow you to focus screening efforts on those who meet the role's language requirements.

Here's how Click&Boat used TestGorilla’s language assessments to find top-performing staff.

Yes! You can customize TestGorilla’s Norwegian language proficiency assessments by adding questions with answer types including video, text, and multiple choice. You can also add up to four non-language tests for a more holistic screening process. For instance, communication, time management, and culture add tests can be taken in Norwegian.

Employers who use multi-measure skills assessments are happier with their new hires than those who test a single skill area.

Get started with Norwegian testing

Want to assess Norwegian proficiency with confidence? Start by picking between our B1 and C1 Norwegian tests, and add extra evaluations, such as job-specific or software tests, to get a full picture of your potential hires.

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