Question 1

How do I register for IELTS Reading Assist?

Accepted Answer

Register for IELTS Reading Assist Academic or General Training (select a version of the IELTS Reading Assist task listed in the table above) and we’ll send you the reading tasks similar to the real test for you to complete at home.

Question 2

How do I complete the Reading task?

Accepted Answer

Complete the tasks in a quiet place just as you would in an IELTS test, without using a dictionary and sticking to a 1-hour time limit.
Send in your completed tasks and a qualified IELTS expert will review your responses.

Question 3

What will I receive from an IELTS Coach?

Accepted Answer

You will receive a detailed, personalised report within 3-5 days on your reading skills indicating your strengths and weaknesses and strategies for improvement via an action plan.

Question 4

What is the cost for IELTS Reading Assist?

Accepted Answer

The cost of IELTS Reading Assist is AUD $39.00 (including GST) which must be paid at the time of registration.

Question 5

How do I pay for IELTS Reading Assist?

Accepted Answer

Payment is through Paypal, allowing you to make credit card payment with Visa or Mastercard, or payment via the payment methods you have established in your own Paypal account.

Question 6

How do I submit my IELTS Reading Assist tasks?

Accepted Answer

You can email them to ieltsreadingassist@idp.com upon completion (make sure you have used a clear, black pen or pencil to write your essay and your scan is high quality).

Question 7

How many days do I have to submit my tasks once I have registered?

Accepted Answer

You will have 30 days to complete and submit your tasks following registration.

Question 8

Who will assess my Reading Assist tasks?

Accepted Answer

Our IELTS experts are all fully trained and experienced teachers who have an extensive understanding of the IELTS test.

Question 9

How long will it take for me to receive my personalised report on my performance?

Accepted Answer

Upon receiving your tasks, we will email you your personalised report within 3-5 business days.

Question 10

Can I do it more than once?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can. New IELTS Reading Assist tasks are made available on a regular basis. Contact IELTS Customer Support if you have any questions.

Question 11

What happens if I submit my tasks after the 30 day validity period?

Accepted Answer

The IELTS Reading Assist tasks are valid for 30 days after your registration. If you return your completed task after this 30 day period, they may be returned to you without being marked, so make sure you get your response back to us within 30 days! We’ll send you a reminder email from time to time to encourage you to meet the deadline.

Question 12

Can I apply for a refund?

Accepted Answer

We’re confident that Reading Assist will be everything you hope it to be, but if you are unsatisfied with the service, let us know in writing by emailing ieltsreadingassist@idp.com within 60 days of registering. We’ll be happy to speak with you to hear your thoughts and will issue a refund to you if that is the remedy you are hoping for.

Question 13

What is the difference between the IELTS Reading Assist tasks and the IELTS reading test?

Accepted Answer

The Reading Assist tasks have been created by our IELTS expert and are very similar to real IELTS tasks. The topics and level of difficulty are just like what you will find in an actual IELTS reading test.

Question 14

Can I get a band score awarded for my Reading Assist tasks?

Accepted Answer

IELTS guidelines forbid us awarding IELTS scores to IELTS Reading Assist participants. We will, however, point out where your strengths and weaknesses lie in terms of the public version of the official IELTS Assessment Criteria. IELTS Assist and the IELTS test is a measure of language proficiency on the day of your response. Individual test results may vary based on the individual’s performance on the day of the test.

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