CERT and TOEFL Sign Agreement to Expand Global Education Opportunities for UAE Students
Umer Jamshaid | September 07, 2026
ABU DHABI (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 07th Sep, 2026) The Centre of Excellence for Applied Research and Training (CERT), the education and training arm of Capital H Group, has signed a strategic agreement with TOEFL to expand access to English-language assessment and support students’ academic and professional opportunities in the UAE and internationally.
Agreement Highlights:
The agreement will introduce six TOEFL iBT test centres across CERT’s network, making it the largest education and training institution to offer TOEFL in the UAE through its assessment centres.
CERT’s Expertise:
CERT brings nearly three decades of experience in education and training, supported by partnerships with government entities, private sector organisations, and educational institutions.
TOEFL iBT:
TOEFL iBT assesses reading, listening, speaking, and writing in academic contexts. It is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and institutions across over 160 countries, with over 40 million people worldwide having taken the test.
Khalid Alhammadi, Chief Executive Officer of CERT, stated:
"Our partnership with TOEFL goes beyond expanding access to a globally recognised assessment; it gives students greater choice and the confidence to shape their academic and professional futures."
He further emphasised the partnership’s role in supporting the UAE’s investment in national talent and its position as a global education hub, connecting learners with broader opportunities.
David Hand, Vice President of TOEFL, added:
"The collaboration combines CERT’s understanding of the UAE education sector and local presence with TOEFL iBT’s expertise in English-language assessment and research."
He noted that the launch of six TOEFL iBT test centres across the CERT network is an important first step, expanding access and helping more students pursue academic and professional opportunities both within and outside the UAE.
The partnership aims to provide more convenient access to assessment while supporting the UAE’s priorities in education, skills development, and global competitiveness.
