Frequently Asked Questions

The NAATI CCL test stands for Credentialed Community Language test, administered by NAATI — the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters. It assesses your ability to interpret consecutive spoken dialogue between English and a community language such as Chinese. It is most commonly used by skilled migrants to earn 5 bonus points toward Australian Permanent Residency.

NAATI CCL 考试全称为“认证社区语言考试”，由 NAATI（全国翻译和口译人员认证局）主办。该考试评估您在英语与中文等社区语言之间进行连续口译的能力。此考试最常被技术移民用于获取澳大利亚永久居留权的 5 分加分项。

No — passing the CCL test does not make you a certified or accredited interpreter. The CCL credential confirms your community language proficiency for migration purposes only. If you want to work professionally as an interpreter or translator, you must pursue NAATI's separate Certified Interpreter or Certified Translator credentials.

不是。通过 CCL 考试并不能使您成为认证或授权口译员。CCL 资质证书仅证明您的社区语言能力，仅用于移民目的。如果您希望从事专业口译或翻译工作，则需要通过 NAATI 单独的认证口译员或认证翻译员资质认证。

The CCL test is primarily designed for skilled migrants seeking 5 extra points toward Australian PR, but anyone bilingual in English and a community language can sit it. It is most relevant for applicants of GSM visa subclasses 189, 190, and 491. Community members who want formal recognition of their bilingualism can also apply.

CCL 考试主要为希望获得澳大利亚永久居留权额外 5 分的技术移民而设计，但任何精通英语和社区语言的双语人士均可参加。该考试与 GSM 签证子类别 189、190 和 491 的申请人最为相关。希望正式认可自身双语能力的社区成员也可以申请。

Passing the NAATI CCL test gives you 5 points toward Australia's General Skilled Migration (GSM) points test. These points are added to your SkillSelect EOI by entering your credential letter details after you receive your result. In a competitive points pool, these 5 points can be the difference between receiving an invitation and missing out entirely.

通过 NAATI CCL 考试可为澳大利亚综合技术移民（GSM）积分测试加 5 分。收到成绩后，您需在 SkillSelect 的 EOI 中填写资质证书详情，即可获得这些加分。在竞争激烈的积分池中，这 5 分可能是您能否收到邀请的关键差距。

The CCL test contains two dialogues, each approximately 300 words long and divided into around 12 segments. The entire test takes approximately 20–30 minutes to complete. Each dialogue covers a different real-life Australian community scenario, such as healthcare, legal, or social services.

CCL 考试包含两段对话，每段约 300 个词，分为约 12 个片段。整个考试约需 20–30 分钟。每段对话涉及不同的澳大利亚社区真实场景，如医疗、法律或社会服务。

Each segment within a CCL dialogue contains a maximum of 35 words. Segments alternate between English and LOTE (Language Other Than English), with each speaker delivering one segment at a time. After each segment plays, you have a set response window to interpret what was said before the next segment begins.

CCL 对话中每个片段最多包含 35 个词。片段在英语和 LOTE（非英语语言）之间交替进行，每位说话者每次发言一个片段。每个片段播放后，您有规定的回应时间对所说内容进行口译，然后下一个片段才开始。

The CCL test is conducted entirely online through NAATI's dedicated testing platform. Candidates use a headset with microphone to listen to audio dialogues and record their interpretations. There is no video component — the test is audio-only.

CCL 考试完全通过 NAATI 专用考试平台在线进行。考生使用带麦克风的耳机收听音频对话并录制口译内容。考试没有视频环节，仅为纯音频形式。

The CCL test is online and NAATI lists international test locations in countries including India, UAE, New Zealand, the UK, Singapore, and others. However, if you intend to claim the 5 PR migration points, confirm with NAATI directly that your overseas location is approved for that purpose, as eligibility conditions have applied in the past.

CCL 考试为在线形式，NAATI 在印度、阿联酋、新西兰、英国、新加坡等多个国家设有国际考试地点。但如果您打算申请 5 分 PR 移民加分，请直接向 NAATI 确认您所在的海外地点是否已获批准用于该目的，因为过去曾有资格条件方面的限制。

Yes, note-taking is allowed and recommended during the CCL test, particularly for numbers, names, and technical terms. However, over-relying on writing can cause you to miss audio, which directly results in omission deductions. Use brief, targeted notes only — not full sentences.

可以，CCL 考试期间允许并建议做笔记，尤其是对于数字、姓名和专业术语。但是，过度依赖书写可能导致您错过音频内容，直接造成遗漏扣分。仅使用简短、有针对性的笔记，而非完整句子。

The passing score is 63 out of 90 overall. Results are graded as Pass (63+), Marginal Fail (58–62.5), or Clear Fail (below 58). Critically, you must also meet the minimum per-dialogue score — a total of 63+ is not enough if you score below 29 in either individual dialogue.

总分及格线为 90 分中的 63 分。成绩分为及格（63 分及以上）、边缘不及格（58–62.5 分）和明确不及格（58 分以下）。关键在于，您还必须达到每段对话的最低分要求——即使总分达到 63 分，若任意一段对话低于 29 分，仍属不及格。

You must score at least 29 out of 45 in each individual dialogue, regardless of your overall total. For example, scoring 23 in Dialogue 1 and 41 in Dialogue 2 (total: 64) still results in a Clear Fail. Most coaches recommend targeting at least 32 per dialogue to give yourself a safe buffer.

无论总分如何，您必须在每段对话中至少获得 45 分中的 29 分。例如，对话一得 23 分、对话二得 41 分（合计 64 分），仍属明确不及格。大多数辅导教师建议将每段对话的目标分数定为至少 32 分，以留有安全余量。

The CCL uses a deduction-based system — you begin with full marks (45 per dialogue) and marks are subtracted for every error you make. There are no bonus points for performing well; your entire goal is to preserve your starting score through accurate, complete interpretation. Every omission, addition, or inaccuracy reduces your score from the top.

CCL 采用扣分制——您从满分开始（每段对话 45 分），每犯一次错误就扣除相应分数。表现出色不会获得额外加分；您的全部目标是通过准确、完整的口译来保住初始分数。每一处遗漏、添加或不准确都会从满分中扣除分数。

Deductions are triggered by omissions (leaving out information), additions (adding content not in the original), inaccuracies (wrong meaning), wrong register (e.g. too formal or too casual), and requesting more than one segment repetition per dialogue. Mispronouncing key names or terminology can also attract deductions. The more complete and accurate your interpretation, the fewer marks you lose.

以下情况会触发扣分：遗漏（遗漏信息）、添加（加入原文中没有的内容）、不准确（意思错误）、语域错误（如过于正式或过于随意）以及每段对话申请超过一次重听。对关键姓名或术语发音错误也可能被扣分。您的口译越完整、越准确，失分就越少。

The NAATI CCL test fee is AUD $814 in 2026. This fee is paid in full at the time of booking and is non-refundable if you cancel within 2 days of your test date. If you fail and need to rebook, you pay the full $814 again — no retake discounts apply.

2026 年 NAATI CCL 考试费用为 AUD $814。此费用在预约时全额支付，若在考试日期前 2 天内取消，则不予退款。如果您未通过考试需要重新预约，则须再次支付全额 $814，不提供补考折扣。

Book your CCL test through your myNAATI account at naati.com.au — the process takes a few days from application to booking. 1. Create or log in to your myNAATI account. 2. Submit a CCL application and upload identity documents. 3. Wait for email approval (typically a few business days). 4. Log back in, select an available test slot, and pay AUD $814. 5. Complete the mandatory online system/equipment check before test day.

通过您在 naati.com.au 的 myNAATI 账户预约 CCL 考试，从申请到预约完成通常需要几天时间。1. 注册或登录您的 myNAATI 账户。2. 提交 CCL 申请并上传身份证明文件。3. 等待电子邮件审批（通常需要数个工作日）。4. 重新登录，选择可用的考试时段，并支付 AUD $814。5. 在考试当天前完成强制性在线系统/设备检查。

If no test dates appear, it usually means your application is not yet approved, or all available slots for Chinese in your region are currently full. First confirm your application status shows “Approved” in myNAATI — if it does, check back regularly as new slots are released periodically. Contacting NAATI support directly can also clarify estimated availability for your language.

如果没有显示考试日期，通常意味着您的申请尚未获批，或您所在地区的中文考试名额已满。首先确认您的申请状态在 myNAATI 中显示为 “Approved”；如果已获批，请定期查看，因为新名额会不定期开放。直接联系 NAATI 支持团队也可以了解您所在语种的预计考位情况。

You receive a 75% refund if you cancel more than 2 days before your test date; cancelling within 2 days means no refund. Rescheduling more than 7 days in advance generally incurs no additional charge; within 7 days, you forfeit your fee and must rebook. Always use your myNAATI account to cancel — do not rely on contacting support as this may not process in time.

若在考试日期前 2 天以上取消，您可获得 75% 的退款；在 2 天内取消则不予退款。在考试前 7 天以上改期通常不收取额外费用；7 天内改期则会没收费用，须重新预约。请务必通过您的 myNAATI 账户取消，不要依赖联系客服，因为这样可能无法及时处理。

Most coaching experts recommend at least 2–3 months of structured preparation before sitting the CCL test. This time is needed to develop interpreting technique, build topic-specific vocabulary (healthcare, legal, social services), and practice with mock dialogues under timed conditions. Candidates who rely purely on bilingual ability without formal preparation have a significantly higher fail rate.

大多数辅导专家建议在参加 CCL 考试前进行至少 2–3 个月的系统备考。这段时间用于培养口译技巧、积累特定主题词汇（医疗、法律、社会服务），以及在限时条件下进行模拟对话练习。仅凭双语能力而未经系统备考的考生，不及格率明显更高。

You need a desktop or laptop computer (tablets and phones are not permitted), a headset with a built-in microphone, a stable internet connection, and a quiet private room. NAATI requires a mandatory technical system check before test day to confirm equipment compatibility. Standard earphones with a phone microphone are not recommended — a proper headset is essential.

您需要台式机或笔记本电脑（不允许使用平板电脑和手机）、内置麦克风的耳机、稳定的网络连接以及安静的私人房间。NAATI 要求在考试当天前完成强制性技术系统检查，以确认设备兼容性。不建议使用普通耳机配手机麦克风——必须使用专业耳机。

The Chinese CCL follows exactly the same format and scoring criteria as every other language — the test difficulty is identical. However, Mandarin is one of the highest-demand CCL languages in Australia, which means test slots fill quickly and competition for booking dates is intense. The advantage is that significantly more Chinese-specific practice resources and coaching services exist compared to lower-demand languages.

中文 CCL 考试与所有其他语言采用完全相同的形式和评分标准，考试难度完全一致。然而，普通话是澳大利亚需求量最大的 CCL 语言之一，这意味着考位很快就会被抢满，预约日期的竞争非常激烈。好处是，与低需求语言相比，中文专项练习资料和辅导服务更为丰富。

NAATI CCL results are typically released within 4–6 weeks from the date of the test. Results are sent to the email address on your myNAATI account and also appear in your account portal. If you pass, you receive a formal credential letter which you then use to claim your 5 PR points through SkillSelect.

NAATI CCL 成绩通常在考试日期后 4–6 周内公布。成绩将发送至您 myNAATI 账户的注册邮箱，也会显示在账户门户中。如果您通过了考试，将收到一封正式的资质证书信，凭此可通过 SkillSelect 申领 5 分 PR 加分。

Yes, NAATI offers a formal result review (re-marking) service that must be requested within a set timeframe after results are released, along with payment of a review fee. If the re-marking identifies an error in your original score, the review fee is refunded. The review does not guarantee a score change — an independent assessor re-evaluates your recorded audio interpretation from scratch.

可以，NAATI 提供正式成绩复核（重新评分）服务，须在成绩公布后规定时间内提出申请，并缴纳复核费。如果重新评分发现原始分数有误，复核费将予以退还。复核不保证分数变动——独立评估员将从头重新评估您录制的口译音频。

There is no mandatory waiting period — you can rebook as soon as a slot becomes available after receiving your results. However, most coaches strongly advise waiting at least 6–8 weeks and completing structured preparation before retesting rather than rebooking immediately. You must pay the full AUD $814 again for any retake, with no partial refund or discount.

没有强制等待期——收到成绩后，一旦有名额开放即可重新预约。但大多数辅导教师强烈建议在重考前等待至少 6–8 周，并进行系统备考，而非立即重新预约。任何重考均须再次支付全额 AUD $814，不提供部分退款或折扣。

CCL results issued after 9 August 2022 are valid for 5 years from the date of issue. Results issued before that date carry only a 3-year validity and NAATI cannot extend them — you must resit. Plan your timing carefully so your credential remains active when your visa invitation arrives and when you lodge your actual application.

2022 年 8 月 9 日之后颁发的成绩自颁发之日起有效期为 5 年。该日期之前颁发的成绩有效期仅为 3 年，NAATI 无法延期——您必须重新参加考试。请仔细规划时间，确保您的资质证书在收到签证邀请时以及正式提交申请时仍在有效期内。