How do I sign-up or register for a PTE Core Course?

1. What is PTE Core and who should sign up?

PTE Core is a general English test accepted for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) and citizenship. If you are applying for a work visa or migration to Canada, this is the version you need. It replaces the older "PTE Home" for these purposes and differs from PTE Academic by focusing on real-life scenarios (e.g., writing an email instead of an academic essay).

2. How do I create a free account?

You can start your preparation without any upfront cost:

1. Visit the E2 Test Prep PTE Core page.
2. Click "Start Free Trial".
3. Enter your details and select "PTE Core" from the exam list.
4. You will gain immediate access to method lessons for the 20 task types and a selection of practice questions.

Free Sign-up Link: Click here to sign up for a Free PTE Core Trial

3. What makes the PTE Core preparation different?

When you sign up for the Core pathway, your dashboard will be customized with tasks specific to this exam, such as:

• Respond to a Situation: Practicing spontaneous spoken responses to everyday prompts.
• Write Email: Specialized templates and practice for 100-word professional and personal emails.
• Summarize Group Discussion: Focusing on listening to multiple speakers in a non-academic setting.

4. How do I upgrade to a full PTE Core package?

To get teacher feedback on your emails and speaking:

1. Log in to your E2 account.
2. Navigate to the "Shop" or "Upgrade" tab.
3. Select a package: Express+ (includes a mock test), Bronze, Silver, or Gold.
4. Apply any available discount codes at checkout (E2 often offers seasonal discounts like "25% OFF" displayed on their pricing page).

5. Can I switch from PTE Academic to PTE Core?

Yes. If you started preparing for Academic but realized you need Core for Canada:

1. Go to your Profile Settings in the dashboard.
2. Select "Change my test".
3. Choose PTE Core. Your progress in shared tasks (like Read Aloud or Repeat Sentence) will typically carry over.

6. Does this sign-up include the official exam fee?

No. Signing up at E2 is for test preparation only. You must book the actual exam through the Pearson PTE website. 

Updated on: 04/03/2026