Scoring System & Marking Criteria
Scores total 90. A common pass requirement is 63/90. Marking focuses on meaning, completeness, and language quality across both dialogues.
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Scoring System & Marking Criteria
Scoring breakdown
- Two dialogues contributing to a total of 90 points
- Each dialogue contributes substantially (historically 45 each)
- Passing typically requires 63/90 overall
- Assessment emphasizes accurate meaning and completeness
- Official policies may change; always check NAATI
Marking focus
- Accuracy: preserve meaning; avoid distortions or invented content
- Completeness: include key information, numbers, names, conditions
- Fluency and delivery: steady pace, minimal hesitation
- Register and tone: appropriate to context and roles
- Cultural appropriateness: natural phrasing for AUS contexts
Common deductions
- Omissions, additions, or altered meaning
- Mistranslated numbers, dates, addresses, or names
- Inappropriate register or unclear delivery
- Excessive hesitation, repetition, or disfluencies
- Cultural inappropriateness in phrasing
Important notes
- The test is computer-based and conducted online with remote checks
- Complete both dialogues; incomplete attempts may not be scorable
- Results are usually issued within a few weeks (timelines may vary)
- You can re-attempt if you do not achieve the pass mark
- Passing CCL may contribute to migration points (check current rules)
- For official details, always refer to NAATI channels
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