12 Language Programs That Include Proficiency Testing (How to Earn Recognized Credentials)

3. STAMP (Avant) assessments

STAMP, offered by Avant Assessment, is a computer-based suite that tests multiple skills and many languages. Schools adopt STAMP for placement, credit, and to support Seals of Biliteracy because the system provides consistent scoring across speaking, writing, reading, and listening. Who should use it: heritage speakers, immersion students, and districts standardizing proficiency measurement. How testing works: students complete online adaptive tasks; scoring follows proficiency descriptors and produces clear cut scores for credit or seal eligibility. Practical outcomes: placement in the correct course level, credit recommendations, and documentation for biliteracy recognition. Timeline and cost: districts or institutions purchase licenses or testing sessions; individual testing availability varies by provider—see Avant Assessment for specifics (https://www.avantassessment.com). How to start: 1) Check if your district offers STAMP testing. 2) Ask how results map to credit or seals. 3) Prepare using language-specific sample tests and scoring guides. STAMP is often chosen when a district wants a single vendor that supports both heritage and classroom learners with reliable, machine- and human-scored items.