A2 Flyers (YLE Flyers)

Duration: about 25 minutes

Number of parts: 5 parts

(Candidates write their answers in the question paper booklet using pen or pencil in parts 1-4 and coloured pencils or markers in part 5)

Number of questions: 25 questions in total

Marks: a maximum of five shields

Part 1 (5 questions)

A big picture which shows people doing different things. Above and below the picture, there are some names. Candidates have to listen carefully to a conversation between an adult and a child and draw a line from each name to the correct person on the big picture.

Part 2 (5 questions)

A short conversation between two people. There is a form or a page of a notebook with some missing words (gaps). Candidates have to listen to the recording and write a missing word or number in each gap.

Part 3 (5 questions)

Two sets of pictures. On the left, there are some pictures of people and their names, or other named places or objects. On the right, there is a set of pictures with letters but no words. Candidates have to listen to a conversation between two people and match each of the pictures on the right to one of the named pictures on the left.

Part 4 (5 questions)

Five short conversations. There is a question and three pictures for each conversation. Candidates have to decide which picture shows the right answer to the question and put a tick in the box under it.

Part 5 (5 questions)

A big picture. Candidates have to listen carefully to a conversation between an adult and a child and colour (black, blue, brown, green, grey, orange, pink, purple, red, yellow) different objects in the picture using the color they say in the conversation. Candidates will also have to write a word as part of this question.

Duration: 40 minutes

Number of parts: 7 parts

(Candidates write their answers in the question paper booklet using pen or pencil)

Number of questions: 44 questions in total

Marks: a maximum of five shields

Part 1 (10 questions)

Fifteen words and ten definitions (sentences that describe or explain ten of the fifteen words). Candidates have to write the correct word next to each definition.

Part 2 (5 questions)

A short conversation between two people. Everything that the first speaker says is printed on the question paper, with gaps for the second speaker’s answers. For each gap, candidates have to choose the correct answer from a list (A-H).

Part 3 (6 questions)

A text with some missing words (gaps) in it. Each gap represents a missing word (a noun, adjective or verb). Next to the text there is a box with words in it. Candidates have to choose the correct word from the box for each gap and copy it. For the last question, candidates have to choose the best title for the text from a choice of three possible titles.

Part 4 (10 questions)

A text with some missing words (gaps). Next to the line where each word is missing, there is a choice of three possible answers. Candidates have to decide which answer is correct and copy the word into the gap.

Part 5 (7 questions)

A complete story, and seven sentences about the story. Each sentence has a gap which candidates have to complete using one, two, three or four words.

Part 6 (5 questions)

A text from a letter or diary with five gaps. Children have to write the missing word in each of the five gaps. There is no list of words to choose from.

Part 7 (1 part)

Three pictures which tell a story. Candidates have to write about this story using 20 or more words.

Duration: 7-9 minutes

Number of parts: 4 parts

Marks: a maximum of five shields

Part 1

The examiner greets the candidate and asks their name, surname and age. The examiner shows the candidate two pictures, an examiner’s picture and a candidate’s picture. Both pictures are similar but they have some differences. The examiner then makes a series of statements about the examiner’s picture and the candidate has to respond by making statements showing how the candidate’s picture is different, e.g. (examiner) ‘In my picture, the man is pointing at a cloud on the map.’ (candidate) ‘In my picture, he’s pointing at the sun.’

Part 2

The child and the examiner each have two similar pictures (for example, pictures of two different restaurants). The examiner has information about one picture, and the child has information about the other picture. The examiner first asks the candidate questions related to the information the candidate has, e.g. ‘What’s the name of Robert’s favourite restaurant?’ and the candidate answers. The candidate then asks the examiner questions, e.g. ‘What’s the name of Sarah’s favourite restaurant?' and the examiner answers.

Part 3

The examiner shows four pictures and tells the candidate the name of the story and describes the first picture, e.g. ‘These pictures tell a story. It’s called “The Brave Teacher”. Just look at the pictures first. (pause) Nick and Anna are looking out of the classroom window. The teacher isn’t happy because they’re not doing their work.’ The examiner then asks the candidate to continue the storey and describe the other three pictures. The title of the story and the name of the main character(s) are provided.

Part 4

The examiner asks the candidate personal questions on topics such as school, hobbies, birthday, family or holidays.

If you are an individual candidate:

1. Visit the Hellenic American Union website.
2. Navigate to “Sign In”. 
3. Then select “Register” and fill in your personal information.
4. You will receive an automated e-mail with a link to verify your account and complete the registration.
5. Click on the link and fill in your username and password. Finally, select “Sign In” to complete the registration process.

If you are a teacher or a Foreign Language School owner:

1. Visit the Hellenic American Union website and complete the form with your personal and/or business information, and upload the required documents.*

   Please note: You will be asked to provide an email address to register for Orfeas. This address, as well as the optional secondary email address should not have been used previously to create an Orfeas account or register as an individual candidate.

2. Select “Save”.
3. You will receive an automated e-mail with a link to verify your account and complete the registration.
4. We will process your request, and e-mail you with a temporary password for first-time access. After that, you will be asked to change your password.

*Acceptable documents (max 5 MB):

For teachers (one of the following):

• Proficiency in English certificate
• Degree from a foreign university with English as the language of instruction
• English Language and/or Literature degree
• Renewal of teaching license 
• Certificate of commencement of teaching profession
• CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
• DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
• English Literature document of final year studies

For Foreign Language Schools (one of the following):

• Business registry details from the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (ΑΑΔΕ) 
• Certificate of commencement of activity for individual entrepreneurs 
• Certificate from the General Commercial Registry (ΓΕΜΗ) 
• Company stamp 
• Certification from the Organization for Certification of Qualifications & Professional Orientation (ΕΟΠΠΕΠ)

Please note that this step is required to register yourself or your students for your chosen exams at a later time.

You can place your order in the following ways:

• Completing an order form through the online store of our educational publications.
• Sending an e-mail to publications@hau.gr or calling +2103680000, option 2. Be sure to include your full name, address, Hellenic American Union collaboration number, and email address (if you have called to place your order).

Please note: Orders over €20.00 are sent free of charge; otherwise, a delivery fee of €5.00 applies.

For Foreign Language Schools owners and teachers:

1. After logging into Orfeas with your e-mail and password, select the “Applications/Registrations” section. You will be automatically redirected to the “My Students” tab.
2. If this is your first time registering a student, select “New Student”, fill in their personal details (using all Roman capital letters, exactly as they appear on their ID or passport), and click “Save”. If the student has already been registered, you can find them in your student list.
3. Select the checkbox next to the candidate’s name (or select multiple boxes if you wish to register multiple candidates for the same exam). Then, click “Register Students”.
4. When the pop-up window appears, follow the on-screen instructions. Click “Submit”, and you will be automatically directed to the “My Exams” tab.
5. You will see the new group of students for registration. Click “Pay & Submit” to choose your payment method and to finalize your application.

For Individual Candidates:

1. After logging into Orfeas with your e-mail and password, go to the “Registration” section.
2. Enter your personal details using Roman capital letters, exactly as they appear on your ID or passport.
3. Read and accept the terms and conditions, then click “Save”.
4. You will be automatically redirected to “My Exams”. Select “New Application” from the top right.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions, and click on “Submit” to review your application, and click “Pay & Submit” to complete the process.

To pay the examination fee, you must first complete the registration and application for your chosen exam.

Available payment options:

• Credit Card
• IRIS
• Reference Code

To make a payment using the Reference Code, please follow these steps: 

1. Use e-banking or phone banking through your bank.
2. Select “HELLENIC AMERICAN UNION” in the “Payments” field.
3. Select the fee amount specified in the confirmation email you received after registration.

According to exam regulation 4.12., the examination fees paid are non-transferable and non-refundable. If you notice any mistakes in your application and need to correct them, please contact us via email at exams@hau.gr or by phone at +30 2103680000.

You can request special accommodations when you register the candidate on Orfeas.
You will need to provide the medical documentation that describes the candidate’s disability or/and learning difficulty; this must be issued by a qualified medical professional.

If the documents are not in English, you must arrange to have them translated into English, and the translation notarized (e.g., by a lawyer or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Translation Service). Either the original certified translation or its certified copy can be submitted. We can assist you by translating and notarizing the documents if needed. Please note that a processing fee will be charged for administrative expenses.

For more information on the types of accommodations, required documentation, and the application process, please visit our Nonstandard Test Accommodations page.

For Foreign Language Schools and teachers:

Once you complete the application process for your students, you will receive an e-mail notification to confirm the payment and the students’ schedules on Orfeas.

For individual candidates:

Once you complete the application process, you will receive an e-mail notification to confirm the payment and your schedule.

For Foreign Language Schools and teachers:

To view your students’ exam schedules, follow these steps:

1. Sign in to Orfeas.
2. Click on “Applications/Registrations”.
3. Select “My Exams”.
4. Choose the exam group (e.g., ECPE May 2023).
5. Click on “Exam Schedule” in the pop-up window to download your students’ schedules.

For individual candidates:

To view your schedule, follow these steps:

1. Sign in to Orfeas.
2. Click on “Registration”.
3. Select “My Applications”.
4. Choose the application of your choice (e.g., ECPE May 2023).
5. Click on “Exam Schedule” in the pop-up window and select “Download Schedule” to download your schedule.

On the day of the exam, you must:

• Bring a valid national identity card, passport, driver’s license or an identity certificate (“tautoprosopia” with a stamped photo) from the official authority. If you do not have one of these documents, you will not be allowed to enter the examination room.
• Bring a watch (except for Cambridge English exams), a soft pencil (#2) or a pen (for the Writing section if taking a Cambridge exam at B1 level or above) and an eraser.
• Arrive at the test center at least thirty (30) minutes before your scheduled exam time.

On the day of the exam, you must not:

• Bring your mobile phone or any other electronic devices (smartwatches, portable media players, etc.).
• Bring books, notes, or other educational materials.

For more details, visit Exam Guidelines.

If you miss your scheduled Speaking test, please contact the Hellenic American Union Center for Examinations and Certifications as soon as possible:

• Athens: +30 210 368 0000 (9:00-19:00), exams@hau.gr 
• Thessaloniki: +30 2310 557 600 (9:00-17:00), thessaloniki@hau.gr 

For Foreign Language School owners and teachers: 

To access your students’ results, follow these steps:

1. Sign in to Orfeas.
2. Click on “Applications/Registrations”.
3. Select “Statistics/Results”.
4. Use the filters to choose the year, examination name, and examination period.
5. Click “View” to view the results.

For individual candidates: 

To access your results, follow these steps:

1. Sign in to Orfeas.
2. Click on “Registration”.
3. Select “My Exams”.
4. Select your application (e.g., ECPE May 2023).
5. Click on “Scores” in the pop-up window, and select “Download Score report” to download your detailed score report.

Note: If you wish to view your results but you did not register as an individual candidate, but rather through your teacher or Foreign Language School, you must register as a new user in the Orfeas system after 2:00 PM on the following day of the announcement of the results. Then, select “Exam Results” from the menu and, by filling in the required fields, you will have access to your results. 

The exams administered by the Hellenic American Union are scored by the test developers under strict quality control conditions. These measures ensure the accuracy and validity of the results.

However, you can arrange to have your exam rescored, if you wish, for a fee and within the timeframe set by the test developer. To do so, fill out the rescoring request form (which becomes available the day of the results announcement) which we will send to the examination body. You will receive the result of the rescoring by mail.

For more information, visit the Rescoring page.

• If you registered for the exam through a Language School or teacher, your certificate will be sent directly to them.
• If you were an individual candidate at a test center outside Athens, your certificate will be mailed to the address you provided during registration. No further action is required on your part.
  If your address has changed since your registration, please complete and submit the relevant form to Certificates Application Form to certificates@hau.gr.
• If you were an individual candidate at a test center in Athens: 

1. You can pick up your certificate in person by visiting our offices, from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, from the Results and Certifications Office (Massalias 22, 10680, Athens) and presenting your identity card, passport, driving license or an identity certificate (“tautoprosopia” with a stamped photo) from the official authority. 
2. Υou can receive your certificate via courier service free of charge by following the steps below:

• Download, complete, and sign the application form.
• Forward the completed application together with a copy of your identity card, passport or any other legal identification document (e.g., a driver’s license or identity certificate - “tautoprosopia” - containing a photograph stamped by a Public Authority), using one of the following ways:  
  • By mail: Didotou 15, 10680 Athens, or Fragkon 14, 54626, Thessaloniki
  • By email: certificates@hau.gr

We will notify you by email once your certificate is ready for shipment.

For more information on the receipt and shipping of original certificates, please visit our Results and Certificates Services page.

Lost certificates cannot be reissued if more than twenty-four (24) months have passed since the exam date. However, the Hellenic American Union can provide you with a document certifying the loss of your certificate. A fee to cover administrative costs is charged for this service.

If you need to have your certificate reissued or a certification of loss issued, or if you need more information on lost or damaged certificates, please visit our Results and Certificates Services page.

The B1 to C2 level English language proficiency certificates issued by the Hellenic American Union are officially recognized in Greece by both the state (Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection - ΑΣΕΠ) and the private sector. To learn more about the alignment between our language proficiency certificates and ASEP (ΑΣΕΠ) levels, please see here.

Language proficiency certificates can be used for academic and professional purposes abroad. However, each university has its own requirements regarding the accepted certificates. Therefore, we recommend contacting the foreign universities you are interested in directly to inquire about the English language certificates they accept, as well as any potential time limitations regarding their validity.