The Hàn yǔ shuǐ píng kǎo shì (HSK), or the Chinese Proficiency Test, is an standardized exam for non-native speakers to measure their Chinese levels. Our HSK preparation program prepares students for the HSK test and focuses on learning different skills and strategies necessary to pass the HSK test. Our professional teachers will select appropriate HSK-related materials and design the course based on your actual specific needs and level.

We offer six different levels for HSK preparation lessons. 

These HSK preparation lessons are designed for students with limited or no knowledge of Chinese, who may not know even basic Chinese vocabulary. Students will be taught 150 of the basic Chinese characters in addition to very basic HSK grammar. Following these HSK test preparation lessons, students will be able to use the most basic Chinese words and phrases, and will be prepared to take the level one HSK exam.

These HSK preparation lessons are designed for students with a basic knowledge of Chinese vocabulary, but who struggle to confidently talk about daily tasks in Chinese.

Students will be taught an additional 150 Chinese characters and will understand the grammar in the level two HSK exam. Following these HSK test preparations, students will have a solid understanding of basic Chinese and will be able to hold simple conversations about familiar topics and daily life. Students will be prepared to take the level two HSK exam.

These HSK preparation lessons are designed for students who are able to ask and respond to questions about daily life, in addition to talking about familiar topics.

Students will be taught 300 Chinese characters and will understand the grammar in the level three HSK exam. Following these HSK test preparations, students will be able to communicate in Chinese when discussing their work, studies, and personal lives. They will also be able to communicate effectively in most situations when traveling in China, and will be prepared for the level three HSK exam.

These HSK preparation lessons are designed for students who can confidently discuss familiar topics connected to their profession and interests, though they may make mistakes and require pauses as they consider what to say.

Students will be taught 600 Chinese characters and will understand the grammar in the level four HSK exam. Following these HSK test preparations, students will be able to fluently communicate with native Chinese speakers and discuss a variety of topics in Chinese. They will be prepared for the level four HSK exam.

These HSK preparation lessons are designed for students who are able to speak with Chinese natives somewhat effectively and fluently. At this level of Chinese, students may have some trouble with giving a lengthy speech in Chinese, but will have a vast vocabulary.

Students will be taught 1,500 Chinese characters and will understand the grammar in the level five HSK exam. Following these HSK test preparations, students will be able to watch and understand Chinese movies, read Chinese magazines and newspapers, and write and orate lengthy speeches in Chinese. Students will be prepared to take the level five HSK exam.

These HSK preparation lessons are designed for students who have learned a broad range of difficult topics and can recognize implicit meanings, but cannot always communicate precisely and spontaneously.

Students will be taught 2,500 Chinese characters and will understand the grammar in the level six HSK exams. Following these HSK test preparations, students will be able to easily comprehend anything in Chinese and will be able to communicate effectively and fluently, both when speaking and when writing. Students will be prepared to take the level six HSK exam.

What is HSK Test?

China’s Hàn yǔ shuǐ píng kǎo shì, known as the “HSK” or the Chinese Language Proficiency Test, is a standardized test developed by the HSK Center at Beijing Language and Culture University that is meant to assess the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers (foreigners, overseas Chinese and China’s ethnic minorities). The HSK exam aims to assess your ability to understand spoken and written Chinese, and consists of six levels: Level 1, 2, 3 (HSK Threshold); Level 4 (HSK Basic); Level 5 (HSK Elementary-Intermediate) and Level 6 (HSK Advanced). HSK certifications are issued to those who have secured the required scores. It is a widely recognized measure of one’s Chinese language proficiency level and can be used in university admissions and job applications.