Self-Study French Course — Zero to TEF/TCF at Your Pace
The complete 12-month curriculum — Levels 1 through 6 plus TEF/TCF exam prep — recorded by our native French teachers. One year access. Start anytime.
$599
Can't Commit to a Weekly Class Schedule? You're Not Alone.
Between work, family, and immigration deadlines, finding two fixed evenings a week for live classes isn’t always realistic. But that doesn’t mean you should settle for Duolingo and hope for the best.
Our self-study course gives you the exact same curriculum our live students follow — Levels 1 through 6 plus full TEF/TCF exam preparation — in a format that works around your life. Study at 6 AM or midnight. Pause, rewind, repeat. No commute, no Zoom fatigue, no waiting for the next session to start.
Is Self-Study Right for You?
- Busy professionals who can't commit to fixed weekly class times
- Students outside Vancouver who prefer fully self-paced learning over live online sessions
- Supplementary learners already in group classes who want extra practice between sessions
- Budget-conscious learners who want the full curriculum at a fraction of the live program price
- Self-motivated learners who thrive with structured content on their own schedule
Everything You Need to Go From Zero to TEF/TCF Ready
Full Video Curriculum
Levels 1–6 plus TEF/TCF Prep — the complete 12-month program recorded by our native French teachers. Same content, same structure, at your pace.
AI Teacher Émilie
Practice speaking French, get instant grammar corrections, and ask questions anytime — day or night. Like having a French tutor on demand, 24/7.
Quizzes, Homework & Mock Exams
Exercises after every lesson, progress tracking through all 6 levels, and full timed mock exams so you know exactly where you stand.
TEF/TCF Exam Strategies
6 dedicated units of exam preparation — section-by-section strategies for reading, listening, writing, and speaking to hit CLB 5 or CLB 7.
How It Works
Sign Up & Get Instant Access
One payment, no subscriptions. Immediate access to the full platform — all levels, all modules, everything.
Start at Your Level
Complete beginner? Start at Level 1. Already have some French? Take our free placement test and skip ahead.
Learn at Your Pace
Most students finish in 6–9 months at 1–2 hours per day. With one year access, there’s zero pressure — learn on your schedule.
What You'll Learn— Level by Level
Present Tense (Regular Verbs)
The idea is to build up a solid foundation in order to express yourself in basic and common situations.
You’ll learn how to:
- Greet someone & introduce yourself
- Ask simple questions
- Express your tastes, interests, and hobbies.
- Count up to 100 & Give your phone number
- Pronounce the Alphabet & Spell your name
- Say the date
- Differentiate feminine and masculine nouns.
- Write a postcard about your holidays to a friend or family member.
- Learn useful vocabulary: Food, Animals, Activities, etc.
- Use “Etre” (To be), “Avoir” (To have) et “Aimer” (To like) at present tense.
- And more…
Present Tense (Irregular Verbs)
This module focuses is designed to prepare you to speak French in very practical situations.
You’ll learn how to:
- Describe your daily habits
- Say the time & express yourself if you are late
- Conjugate regular verbs at the present tense
- Conjugate irregular verbs at present tense: “Aller, Vouloir, Pouvoir, Devoir,…” (to go, to want, can, must, etc…)
- Order food at the restaurant
- Conjugate the verb “aller + prépositions: ” aller au restaurant,…”
- Use possessive adjectives: “Mon, Ton, Son, Ma, Ta, Sa,…”
- And more!
Future Tense (Futur proche & simple)
This module focuses on learning how to express yourself using the future tense.
You’ll learn how to:
- Share your favorite French recipes.
- Describe what you have for breakfast using “quantity” adverbs correctly.
- Describe your home and give directions.
- Talk about your plans for next weekend.
- Differentiate hypothetical and confirmed plans in the future.
Grammar
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*Focus*: Conjugate regular verbs using Future tenses:
– Futur simple
– Futur proche -
*Focus*: Express quantity:
– beaucoup de, un peu de, un verre de, une cuillère de, etc…
– un, une, des, du, de la, de l’, des, le, la, l’, les, etc… - And more…
Past Tense (Passé composé)
This module focuses on teaching you how to talk about events that happened once in the past.
- Speak about situations in the past
- Talk about your last weekend
- Talk about your last holidays
- Talk about your life and background
- Go shopping in Paris
- Describe your favorite actors and movies
Grammar
- *Focus*: Conjugate verbs using the past tense: Passé composé
- Use adjectives correctly: Masculin vs féminin
- And much more!
Past Tense (Imparfait)
This module is designed for students with a fair knowledge of French who want to hone their speaking and reading skills using past tenses. Please make sure you already feel comfortable using Passé Composé
You’ll learn how to:
- Talk about your childhood or habits in the past.
- Talk about your experiences at the airport: Check-in, boarding, landing, etc…
Grammar
- *Focus*: Conjugate verbs using the past tense: Imparfait.
- *Focus*: Learn when to use Imparfait or Passé Composé.
- How to use « lui » and « leur ».
Conditionnel Présent
This module is designed for people with a fair knowledge of French who want to hone their speaking and reading skills using past tenses. Please make sure you already feel comfortable using Passé Composé and Imparfait (We cover these tenses in our class level 4 and 5).
You’ll learn how to:
- Talk about the environment and worldwide challenges.
- Talk about inventions and new technologies.
Grammar
- *Focus*: Conjugate verbs using conditionnel present: “Si + imparfait , conditionnel présent”.
- How to use « qui », « que» et « dont»
TEF/TCF Preparation
This French course focuses on the preparation of the TEF/TCF exam which is an official international exam used to measure your level of fluency in French. It was created by the Chamber of Commerce of Paris. If you are planning to immigrate to Canada, these are the mandatory examinations:
Compulsory Section for Immigration (PR):
- Listening Comprehension (40 minutes – 60 items)
- Written Expression (60 minutes – 2 topics to complete)
- Reading Comprehension (40 minutes – 60 items)
- Oral Expression (15 minutes – 2 topics to complete)
Check out the official Government of Canada’s website, to learn about the level and points requirements for immigration purposes.
This course includes:
- 2 mock exams are provided by the Chamber of Commerce of Paris.
- TEF/TCF activities and exercises
- Grammar and vocabulary recaps
- Explanations in both French and English
Preparation in actual exam conditions:
- TEF/TCF Mock up with tips on how to best prepare for the exam
- Audio recordings and scripts
Full performance analysis:
- Auto-corrected exercises
- Detailed explanations
Start Your French Journey Today
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- Levels 1–6 + TEF/TCF Prep (full 12-month curriculum)
- AI Teacher Émilie — 24/7 practice partner
- Quizzes, exercises & timed mock exams
- Video lessons by native French teachers
Transformation In Their Words
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Want Live Practice? Combine Self-Study with Live Classes
Many students start with self-study and add live sessions when they’re ready for more interaction.
Add Group Classes
Join our French Transformation program for live weekly sessions with native teachers and classmates. Online or in-person in Vancouver. 2 classes per week, 90 minutes each.
Add Private Lessons
Book private lessons for focused 1-on-1 speaking and writing practice — the two areas where live feedback makes the biggest difference. Flexible scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pass TEF/TCF with self-study alone?
Our self-study course covers the full curriculum needed to reach CLB 7. For reading and listening, self-study works very well. For the speaking and writing sections, the exams require spontaneous responses — so we recommend supplementing with some live practice, either through group classes or private lessons. Many students combine both for the best results.
How long does it take to complete the course?
Most students complete Levels 1–6 plus TEF/TCF prep in 6–9 months, studying 1–2 hours per day. With one year access, you can take longer or revisit any lesson anytime.
What exactly is included in the self-study course?
You get the complete 12-month curriculum: Levels 1 through 6 (French Transformation) plus 6 units of TEF/TCF exam preparation — all as video lessons taught by our native French teachers. Plus quizzes after every lesson, homework exercises, timed mock exams, and 24/7 access to our AI teacher Émilie for speaking practice and grammar questions.
Can I upgrade to live classes later?
Yes — and it’s seamless. Self-study and live classes work great together. Many students start with self-study and later add group classes or private lessons for extra speaking and writing practice. Reach out via text, WhatsApp, or our contact form to discuss your options.
Is there any teacher support included?
The self-study course includes our AI teacher Émilie, available 24/7 to practice speaking, correct grammar, and answer your French questions. For live teacher interaction, you can add group classes or private lessons at any time.
Your French Journey Starts Today
Whether you’re preparing for TEF/TCF, building French for your career, or learning for personal growth — our self-study course gives you everything you need to get there. One payment, one year access, and your own schedule.
Questions? Reach us via WhatsApp at 778-800-5592 or through our contact form.