PLIDA exam preparation course

Prepare for the PLIDA exam with a native, qualified teacher

4.8 by 415 students.

Personalized curriculum
Conversation classes
Distance learning with a teacher

1 level = 3 months

Learning portal + private classes

Self-study - 38.70€

Biweekly - 194.70€

Conversation intensive - 387.00€

- or -

Private conversation classes (from 25.00€/h)

4.8/5 2k+ enrolled

This course includes

Lessons 45+
Conversation classes Min. 1/month (flexible).
Level Any
Learning language Italian
Certificate Plida
Recommended duration 3 months

Course description

Prepare for the PLIDA exam with a native, qualified teacher

What you will learn

You will be fully equipped to succeed in the PLIDA certification at your chosen level, from A1 to C2.
Speaking: Develop oral fluency through practical, real-life simulations.
Listening: Boost your listening skills with timed exercises using authentic PLIDA recordings.
Reading: Build reading strategies to interpret everyday and academic texts.
Writing: Learn to compose texts that meet PLIDA’s standards for each level.

Who is this course for?

You're planning to study or live in Italy.
You prefer a clear and structured path, not random grammar lessons.
You want results and efficiency.

This course in short

Tailored program: Your PLIDA-trained teacher will create a personal roadmap.
Step-by-step feedback: Get consistent corrections and insights to help you progress steadily.
Every lesson is crafted to reflect the expectations of the official exam.

Learning portal

You'll learn with interactive online exercises and videos on our learning portal

Learning portal

Conversation classes with a private teacher

You meet your teacher as often as you want for conversation classes and guidance.

You will work with official PLIDA materials to strengthen key grammar and vocabulary, while mastering practical exam strategies with expert guidance.

Learn more in less time

No one size fits all... we guide you every month with what you need to study.

Flexible conversation classes

During conversation classes of 60 minutes you train conversation and difficulties. (Minimum once per month).

Personal mentor

Your teacher measures your difficulties and adapts your tasks to your needs.

Flexible distance learning

Your teacher adapts your monthly tasks based on your progress and level.

Stay motivated with personal learning materials!

Your teacher adapts your plan every month and gives personal feedback on tasks.

Examples of some of the learning material you get with coLanguage lessons

Audio and video

Repeat your classes anywhere with our translated videos.

Examples of some of the exercise sheets you can do on coLanguage

Personalized worksheets

Personalized exercises adapted to your needs.

Example slide of a lesson presentation from one of the language courses in coLanguage

Online learning platform

Student translations and class presentations included.

PLIDA (Progetto Lingua Italiana Dante Alighieri) is an official Italian language certification issued by the Società Dante Alighieri. It certifies Italian proficiency (A1–C2) and is accepted for work, study and citizenship.

Grammar

Regular verb conjugation in the present tense
Basic modal forms (potere, volere, dovere)
Definite/indefinite articles and plural formation
Personal and demonstrative pronouns
Simple adjectives and agreement
Elementary prepositions of place and time
Basic connectors (e, ma) and reflexive verbs

Practice and Situations

Greetings, introductions, and farewells
Talking about daily routines and personal information
Ordering food, shopping, understanding simple signs
Asking and giving directions
Basic dialogues in familiar contexts (home, market, café)

Grammar

Imperfetto, passato prossimo, and simple future tenses
Present conditional and basic hypotheticals
Imperative forms (regular, irregular, negative)
Comparatives and superlatives
Expressing cause, purpose, and simple impersonal constructions
Introductions to the subjunctive and indirect speech
Advanced conjunctions and reflexive pronouns

Practice and Situations

Describing family, work, routines, and interests
Writing postcards, short messages, and informal notes
Completing texts with missing words
Reading signs, forms, schedules, and short announcements
Conducting role-plays in everyday situations (shopping, booking)
Discussing past and future plans, practicing polite interactions

Grammar

Smooth use of present, passato prossimo, imperfetto, and future tenses
Past participle agreement and complex subordinates
Compound sentences and combined pronouns
Interjections, coordinating/subordinating conjunctions
Proper use of prepositions (simple and articulated)

Practice and Situations

Writing diary entries, letters, messages, and announcements
Conducting role-plays: complaints, recommendations, advice
Sharing opinions, preferences, and suggestions
Understanding dialogues like voicemails and instruction
Reading menus, ads, emails, and short articles
Conversing about professional, travel, and daily-life topics

Grammar

Mastery of all indicative tenses and complex clauses
Present and past conditional use
Proficient use of the subjunctive in dependent clauses
Passive and impersonal voice usage
Use of gerunds, infinitives, and indirect questions
Rich coordination with cohesive conjunctions

Practice and Situations

Writing well-structured opinion pieces and formal letters
Role-playing in professional and educational environments
Expressing nuanced viewpoints and hypotheticals
Listening to multi-speaker interviews and news
Reading editorials, surveys, institutional documents
Summarizing and commenting on written and visual content

Grammar

Confident use of all moods and tenses, including advanced constructs
Hypothetical periods (second/third conditional)
Impersonal, passive forms, and pronominal precision
Sophisticated use of discourse markers and connectors

Practice and Situations

Composing essays, proposals, and formal reports
Engaging in debates and academic presentations
Handling formal interactions (negotiations, interviews)
Interpreting speeches, broadcasts, and scholarly texts
Critically analyzing essays and editorials

Grammar

Complete mastery of all grammatical forms and registers
Expert use of style: formal, informal, idiomatic
Subtle passive and impersonal construction
Semantic precision with synonyms and advanced connectors

Practice and Situations

Writing evaluative essays and professional reports
Reflecting critically on literary, legal, or scientific texts
Leading discussions, defending complex arguments
Interpreting high-level academic or policy texts
Adapting tone and register with pragmatic awareness

Flexible scheduling to match your availability
Interactive, personalized sessions covering all four skills
Targeted exam technique practice to build confidence

Full mock exams mirroring your target PLIDA level
Time management and task strategy coaching
Familiarization with PLIDA scoring criteria (listening, reading, writing, speaking)

Official PLIDA audio files, reading texts, and writing prompts
Expert vetting of exercises with instructor feedback
Realistic exam simulations to ease test-day nerves

Master PLIDA-specific task formats effectively
Interpret dialogues and texts under time pressure
Construct clear, well-organized responses at your level

Over 10,000 satisfied students worldwide
Rated 4.8/5 average
150+ certified teachers

	Self-study	Biweekly	Conversation intensive
Online learning portaal.
Audio, video and reading.
Offline PDF downloads.
Progress tracking.
Private teacher.
Flexible conversation classes		2 x 60 min. / month	4 x 60 min. / month
Study intensity 45 lessons per CEFR level	30 minutes / day	15 minutes / day	Optional
When to choose?	You are very busy and want mainly a self-study program.	You need conversation practice, but have limited time.	You want to focus on fast progress and conversation skills.
Select your course 1 level = 3 months	1 month x 17.50€/month 3 months x 12.90€/month (-26%) 6 months x 6.90€/month (-61%)	1 month x 69.00€/month 3 months x 64.90€/month (-6%) 6 months x 59.00€/month (-14%)	1 month x 139.00€/month 3 months x 129.00€/month (-7%) 6 months x 119.00€/month (-14%)