DLPT/DLAB

DEFENSE LANGUAGE APTITUDE BATTERY (DLAB)

• The DLAB measures the aptitude for foreign language learning by the typical native English speaker. The DLAB may be administered to personnel who are interested in:
• applying for foreign language training
• being screened for assignment to foreign language training
• Cryptologic Technician Interpretive (CTI)
• Olmstead Scholarship Foundation Program
• Foreign Area Officer (FAO)
• Personnel Exchange Program (PEP)

DEFENSE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST (DLPT)

The DLPT is the only DOD test that measures a service member’s proficiency in a foreign language in listening and/or reading. Sailors needing to establish foreign language proficiency or to re-certify for Foreign Language Proficiency Bonus (FLPB), or to establish/maintain a language NEC are authorized to test.

Please utilize the form below to schedule a test: