Obtain a Dutch language certificate from Babel
Did you obtain your degree outside of the Netherlands and do you want to work in the Dutch healthcare sector? To work in the healthcare sector, you are required to register in the BIG registry. To do so, you must obtain a language certificate.
What are the language requirements for BIG registration?
The language level requirements for registration in the BIG register vary depending on the level of education:
- Secondary Vocational Education (Dutch MBO): B1 level
Are you looking for an exam for the B1 language certificate for healthcare professionals? We may be able to help. Please contact us to discuss the options.
- Higher Professional Education (Dutch HBO): B2 level
This group of healthcare professionals can participate in the NT2 Program II state exam.
- Academic education (University) : B2+ level
Continue reading for all the information about obtaining the B2+ language certificate for medical professionals at Babel.
Please note: the information on this page concerns the new version of the Dutch B2+ exam for medical professionals. Until the end of this year, you may still be able to take the old version. In this case, please refer to the information you receive from Babel about your tests.
About the tests for medics
Your language level must be tested by means of an exam or assessment. At Babel, we administer the language exam voor medics and issue the language certificate. Please note that proof of participation of a Babel language course is not valid proof for BIG registration. However, the language certificate you receive after passing the exam is recognized as proof.
Prices
The prices of the various parts are listed below. You have passed if you have successfully completed all parts. You only have to retake the parts you did not pass.
| Part | Price including VAT |
| Full exam | € 450,- |
| Reading and writing | € 200,- |
| Listening and speaking | € 250,- |
| English reading skills * *please note, this part is only necessary for candidates from outside the EER. |
€ 125,- |
Register
Use the buttons below to register yourself for the tests.
Register for Dutch B2+ Register for English reading skills B2
Preparation for the Dutch tests
Are you not yet at the required level and do you want the best preparation? Babel offers a professional language program to help you prepare for the assessment. Are you ready to take the tests? Then take a look at the sample assignment..
Preparation for the English reading test
The English reading test contains 5 to 6 texts and about 20-30 multiple choice questions about these texts, depending on the exam version. The length depends on the exam version and varies from 40 to 50 minutes. The exams are in general English and not related to healthcare.
You can find a similar exam here:
We do not offer exam training for our English reading test. Do you want to improve your English skills? Check our course offer or complete the placement test to find a course that suits your level.
Frequently asked questions
Are things still not quite clear? Then take a look at our page with frequently asked questions.