{"id":6494,"date":"2026-10-20T16:39:54","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T14:39:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/institutdetouraine.com\/blog\/what-is-french-as-a-foreign-language-fle\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T16:40:42","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T14:40:42","slug":"what-is-french-as-a-foreign-language-fle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/institutdetouraine.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-french-as-a-foreign-language-fle\/","title":{"rendered":"What is French as a Foreign Language (FLE)?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"6494\" class=\"elementor elementor-6494 elementor-6481\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36797cc8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"36797cc8\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ceaf4ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5ceaf4ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>In short:<\/strong> French as a Foreign Language (FLE) refers to the teaching and learning of French by people for whom it is not their native language and who are learning it outside of a context where French is the everyday language. It is at once an educational discipline, a group of learners, and a professional field, structured around proficiency levels (A1 to C2) and recognized certifications (DELF, DALF, TCF, TEF). <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-174df8c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"174df8c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-20427e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"20427e8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 dir=\"ltr\">1. Definition of FLE<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>French as a Foreign Language<\/strong>( <strong>FLE<\/strong>) encompasses all the approaches that enable non-French-speaking learners to learn French: methods, teaching materials, courses, and assessments.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">The term \u201cforeign language\u201d is important: it means that the learner usually lives in an environment where French is not the language of everyday communication. A Brazilian student learning French in S\u00e3o Paulo, a Japanese professional taking online courses, or a Spanish high school student choosing French as a second modern language all fall under the category of FLE. <\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">FLE is also a <strong>field of research<\/strong> (language pedagogy) and a <strong>profession<\/strong>: FLE teacher, trainer, instructional materials developer, and academic director at a language center.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">2. FLE, FLS, FLM: What Are the Differences?<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">These three acronyms are often confused. However, they refer to distinct learning situations. <\/p><div dir=\"ltr\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">Acronym<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Meaning<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Audience<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Context<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>FLM<\/strong><\/td><td>French as a native language<\/td><td>Children and adults whose native language is French<\/td><td>French is the first language acquired<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>FLE<\/strong><\/td><td>French as a Foreign Language<\/td><td>Non-French-speaking learners<\/td><td>French is learned as one language among others, often outside French-speaking countries<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>FLS<\/strong><\/td><td>French as a Second Language<\/td><td>People living in a French-speaking environment where French is not their native language<\/td><td>French is essential for daily life (school, work, administrative procedures)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p dir=\"ltr\">For example, <strong>FLS<\/strong> is intended for non-native French-speaking students enrolled in schools in France, or for people from countries where French is the official language or the language of instruction. <strong>FLE<\/strong>, on the other hand, is more of a personal choice or a specific goal: further education, travel, a career, or cultural interest. <\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">3. Who learns French as a foreign language?<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">The FLE student body is very diverse:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li><strong>Students<\/strong> who wish to study at a French-speaking university or school;<\/li><li><strong>Professionals<\/strong> who need <a href=\"https:\/\/institutdetouraine.com\/en\/business-french-courses\/\">French to work<\/a> with French-speaking partners or to move to France;<\/li><li><strong>Adults planning to relocate or settle in a new place<\/strong>, who are preparing for a stay, an administrative procedure, or a citizenship application;<\/li><li><strong>Travelers and enthusiasts of French culture<\/strong> (film, literature, cuisine, history);<\/li><li><strong>Young learners<\/strong>, whether in a school setting or in after-school programs.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"ltr\">Since motivations and goals vary, teaching approaches are tailored accordingly: general French, academic French, French for Specific Purposes (FOS), or Exam preparation.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">4. FLE Levels According to the CEFR<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">The <strong>Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)<\/strong> divides language learning into six levels, ranging from beginner to proficient.<\/p><div dir=\"ltr\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">Level<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Category<\/th><th scope=\"col\">What the learner can do (summary)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>A1<\/strong><\/td><td>Introduction<\/td><td>Introducing Yourself, Understanding and Using Very Common Phrases<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>A2<\/strong><\/td><td>Survival<\/td><td>Communicating in simple, everyday situations (shopping, basic errands)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>B1<\/strong><\/td><td>Basic Level<\/td><td>Get by in most travel situations, describe an experience, give your opinion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>B2<\/strong><\/td><td>Advanced \/ Independent<\/td><td>Argue effectively, understand complex texts, interact with ease<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>C1<\/strong><\/td><td>Independent<\/td><td>Express oneself spontaneously and in a structured manner in social, academic, or professional contexts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>C2<\/strong><\/td><td>Proficiency<\/td><td>Effortlessly understand virtually everything that is read or heard, and express oneself with nuance<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p dir=\"ltr\">These levels serve as a common reference point for institutions, employers, and universities around the world.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">5. FLE Certifications and Diplomas<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">There are several official <a href=\"https:\/\/institutdetouraine.com\/en\/french-language-exams\/\">diplomas and certifications<\/a> available to demonstrate a level of proficiency:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul dir=\"ltr\"><li><strong>DELF<\/strong> (Diploma in French Language Studies): Levels A1, A2, B1, and B2. A lifetime certificate issued by the French Ministry of National Education. <\/li><li><strong>DALF<\/strong> (Advanced Diploma in French): Levels C1 and C2. Also valid for life. <\/li><li><strong>TCF<\/strong> (Test de connaissance du fran\u00e7ais): a standardized test that places candidates on the A1\u2013C2 scale. It is available in several versions depending on the purpose (education, citizenship, immigration to Canada, etc.). Its results are valid for a limited period.  <\/li><li><strong>TEF<\/strong> (French Proficiency Test): a test offered by the Paris \u00cele-de-France Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI), also used for educational purposes, immigration, or citizenship.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"ltr\">The choice depends on your specific situation: applying to college, completing administrative procedures, or advancing your career. It is recommended that you check the specific requirements of the relevant organization before registering. <\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">6. How does a French as a Foreign Language (FLE) class work?<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">A French as a Foreign Language (FLE) course provides a balanced focus on the <strong>four language skills<\/strong>:<\/p><ol><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul dir=\"ltr\"><li><strong>Listening Comprehension<\/strong>: listening to dialogs, news reports, and conversations;<\/li><li><strong>Reading Comprehension<\/strong>: reading articles, emails, and authentic documents;<\/li><li><strong>Oral expression<\/strong>: speaking, conversing, presenting, debating;<\/li><li><strong>Written Expression<\/strong>: Write a message, a letter, or an argumentative essay.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><p dir=\"ltr\">In addition, there is <strong>vocabulary<\/strong>, <strong>grammar<\/strong>, <strong>phonetics<\/strong>, and Francophone <strong>culture<\/strong>. The dominant approach today is<strong>the action-oriented approach<\/strong>: learners acquire language by completing concrete tasks (booking accommodations, participating in a meeting, writing a resume) rather than by memorizing isolated rules. <\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">There are a variety of formats: in-person classes, group or private lessons, online courses, language immersion programs, and hybrid programs.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">7. Why learn French?<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">French is spoken on all five continents and has <strong>more than 300 million speakers<\/strong> worldwide, making it one of the most widely spoken languages on the planet. It is also an official or working language of many international organizations. <\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">The benefits for the learner are tangible:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul dir=\"ltr\"><li><strong>Education<\/strong>: admission to recognized universities and schools in France, Belgium, Switzerland, Canada, and French-speaking Africa;<\/li><li><strong>Career<\/strong>: an asset in the luxury, tourism, aviation, diplomacy, culture, and international trade sectors;<\/li><li><strong>Mobility and settling in<\/strong>: essential for living, working, or integrating into a French-speaking country;<\/li><li><strong>Cultural outreach<\/strong>: direct access to Francophone literature, film, music, and thought.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h2 dir=\"ltr\">8. How do you choose a French as a Foreign Language (FLE) program?<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">Here are a few criteria to help you make the right choice:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul dir=\"ltr\"><li><strong>Set your goal<\/strong>: an exam, school, work, travel, or fun;<\/li><li><strong>Take<\/strong> a placement test to <strong>assess your level<\/strong> and join the right group;<\/li><li><strong>Check the teachers&#8217; qualifications<\/strong>: master&#8217;s degree in French as a Foreign Language (FLE), practical experience, and knowledge of Exams;<\/li><li><strong>Take a look at the method<\/strong>: it emphasizes oral communication, hands-on practice, and real-life situations;<\/li><li><strong>Compare the different formats<\/strong> (in-person, online, intensive, hybrid) based on your schedule;<\/li><li><strong>Look for quality certifications<\/strong>, such as the \u201cQualit\u00e9 fran\u00e7ais langue \u00e9trang\u00e8re\u201d certification issued by the French government for FLE centers.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h2 dir=\"ltr\">9. Learn French as a Foreign Language in Tours with the Institut de Touraine<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">Tours, in the heart of the Loire Valley, has long been a popular destination for learning French: a city on a human scale, with a lively student life, exceptional heritage (the ch\u00e2teaux of the Loire, the Loire Valley designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and a reputation as a city where people speak clear French that is pleasant for learners to hear.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>The Institut de Touraine<\/strong> welcomes students from around the world and offers <a href=\"https:\/\/institutdetouraine.com\/en\/french-courses\/\">French as a foreign language courses<\/a> tailored to each student\u2019s goals: general French, intensive courses, DELF\/DALF\/TCF preparation, business French, language study abroad programs&#8230;<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">What the immersion program in Tours offers:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul dir=\"ltr\"><li><strong>Daily practice of French<\/strong> outside the classroom (shops, public transportation, cultural activities);<\/li><li><strong>Opportunities<\/strong> to <strong>meet<\/strong> learners of many different nationalities, with French as their common language;<\/li><li><strong>Discover French culture<\/strong> through cuisine, history, and tours of the region;<\/li><li><strong>Personalized support<\/strong>: placement test upon arrival, progress tracking, and guidance toward your desired certification.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-853a423 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"853a423\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6dbb9f9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6dbb9f9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-29cc564 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"29cc564\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;multiple&quot;,&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4380\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4380\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What does FLE stand for? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4380\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a210849 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a210849\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bf4664f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bf4664f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>FLE stands for <strong>French as a Foreign Language<\/strong>. The acronym refers to the teaching of French to people for whom it is not their native language. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4381\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4381\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the difference between FLE and FLS? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4381\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-28303fe e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"28303fe\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8562bbb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8562bbb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>FLE is intended for learners who generally live in a non-French-speaking environment. FLS is intended for people immersed in a French-speaking environment where French is necessary for daily life, but is not their native language. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4382\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4382\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How long does it take to learn French? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4382\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2393019 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2393019\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e679c61 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e679c61\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It depends on the learner\u2019s native language, their pace, their exposure to French, and their target proficiency level. As a general guideline, several hundred hours of instruction are usually needed to progress from A1 to B2. Regular practice is the most important factor.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-4383\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-4383\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which FLE degree should you choose? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-4383\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e03e214 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e03e214\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f7ae16 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1f7ae16\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For a certificate that is valid for life, choose the <strong>DELF\/DALF<\/strong>. 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