Before applying for WPLN training, individuals go through the assessments to ascertain their current level of proficiency for each WPLN skill.
The Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) assessments are computer-delivered English Language literacy and numeracy assessments developed by the British Council, in collaboration with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). The results are then used to


They are used to assess English Language literacy in Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing, and Numeracy ability. A According to CEA’s requirement, Statement of Attainment (SOA) level 5 and above for the WPLN assessments in these 5 skills (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing and Numeracy) will be recognised in lieu of 4 GCE "O" level passes, you would need to take all of the following 5 assessments: - Reading - Listening - Speaking 3 The modules under the ESS WPS are divided into 3 distinct levels of attainment, namely the operations level (level 5), the supervisory level (level 6) and the managerial level (level 8). A According to CEA’s requirement (Level 5 and above for WPLN assessment in these 5 components (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing and Numeracy) will be recognised in lieu of 4 GCE "O" level passes), you would need to take all of the following 5 assessments: - Reading - Listening - Speaking - Writing - …

GCE 'O' level with English language (grade 1-7), Mathematics (grade 1-6) and a Science subject (grade 1-6) or equivalent with at least three years of relevant work experience; Nitec GPA ≥ 3.5 with at least two years of relevant work experience; NITEC in Technology with GPA ≥ 3.5 and with at least 2 years of relevant working experience

2 ESS WPLN ranges from a scale of 1 to 8, Level 1 being the lowest and Level 8 being the highest. The WPLN assessment includes independent tests on Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing and Numeracy.