A short course, built around your own lessons.
Five two-hour virtual classes, one a week, with guided work between classes; then an individual interview and the jury. At every stage you work on your real deliverables, not on exercises. Allow two months in all.
In brief
The LangueXpert programme is the preparatory course for the certification “Former de manière innovante en langues vivantes” (RS7208): 18 hours online, over about two months. Five two-hour virtual classes, one a week, in a small group, with guided work between classes; then an individual interview and a 90-minute jury. Four themes: the project and the framework, the content, facilitation and collaboration, assessment and professional watch. At every stage you work on your real deliverables, not on exercises.
How it runs
- Weeks 1 to 5 · 5 × 2 h in a groupFive virtual classes
One a week, in a small group, on Teams. Between classes, guided work on your project, uploaded online and commented.
- 30 min · individualIndividual interview
Checking your professional portfolio is complete and coherent, answering your questions, locking the file.
- 1 h 30 · individualCertification jury
Declaration of completion, then a reflective interview before two external professionals and a Linguaid France representative.
The four themes
The project and the framework
Your teaching style, the professional needs analysis of a real learner, the framework for using AI (GDPR, good practice), designing the path with AI.
The content
Resource library, lesson plan with AI using the STEP method, personalised resources, audio materials (ElevenLabs, Google AI Studio).
Facilitation and collaboration
A collaborative platform for blended learning, running synchronous and asynchronous lessons, communication tools with learners.
Assessment and professional watch
Assessment during training, tailored tests with AI, preparing a language certification, pedagogical and technological watch.
What you produce
A professional portfolio on a real learner: needs analysis, learning path, lesson plan, resources (including audio), assessments and professional watch. That portfolio, and your ability to discuss it, is what the jury assesses.
Practical information
- Prerequisites: a trainer of modern languages for adults, at least one year of experience, a learner currently in training; positioning questionnaire and interview.
- Access: sessions all year round, in French and in English; the start date is agreed with you at the interview, usually within four weeks.
- Methods: small-group virtual classes, guided work on your project, recap videos you can rewatch at will, individual support.
- Assessment: professional portfolio and reflective interview with the jury; minimum score 39/70. If unsuccessful, you can present again within three months.
- Accessibility: the course and the assessments are open to people with disabilities; adjustments are possible — mention it in the questionnaire or write to our disability contact, Catherine Frimond: cfr@linguaid.net.
- Price: €1,200 incl. VAT, preparatory course and certification included; CPF or OPCO funding possible in France.
Frequently asked questions about the programme
How long is the preparatory course, and what is the format?
18 hours in total, entirely online: five two-hour virtual classes, one a week, in a small group on Teams, with guided work between classes; then a 30-minute individual interview and a 1 h 30 jury. Allow two months in all. Sessions run all year round, in French and in English.
What do the four themes of the programme cover?
The project and the framework: your teaching style, the professional needs analysis of a real learner, the framework for using AI (GDPR, good practice) and designing the path with AI. The content: resource library, lesson plan with AI, personalised resources, audio materials. Facilitation and collaboration: a collaborative platform for blended learning, running synchronous and asynchronous lessons, communication tools with learners. Assessment and professional watch: assessment during training, tailored tests with AI, preparing a language certification, pedagogical and technological watch.
Which tools are used during the course?
The tools used are Claude, ElevenLabs and Google AI Studio, together with a collaborative platform. The virtual classes take place on Teams, which is also where you upload your work.
What are the prerequisites?
You are a trainer of modern languages for adults, with at least one year of experience and a learner currently in training. Every language is covered, not just English. Entry is through a positioning questionnaire and an interview.
What do you work on, and how does the programme lead to the jury?
You build a professional portfolio on a real learner: needs analysis, learning path, lesson plan, resources (including audio), assessments and professional watch. An individual interview checks that the portfolio is complete and coherent. The jury assesses the portfolio and your ability to discuss it: a declaration of completion, then a reflective interview before two external professionals and a Linguaid France representative. The minimum score is 39 out of 70; if unsuccessful, you can present again within three months.
How much does the course cost, and can it be funded?
€1,200 including VAT, preparatory course and certification included. CPF or OPCO funding is possible in France, direct payment elsewhere; the steps on Mon Compte Formation are set out on the Funding page.
See also: funding through the CPF, an OPCO or direct payment and the certification.