Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Course facts
From Pearson's PTE Core Preparation Course page.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Price | US$18.99 |
| Length | 20 hours, self-study |
| Format | eBook with guided practice |
| Content | One lesson per PTE Core question type, reflection tasks, activities, strategies and task-based practice |
| Level | Aligned to CLB 8–9 |
| Access | One year from purchase |
How to access it
After you pay, Pearson shows a product access code on screen and emails it to you. You redeem it in myPTE to open the course (Pearson). Pearson charges these prices in US dollars, and your bank sets the exchange rate. Prices change, so check the product page before you buy.
The course is also part of Pearson's PTE Core "Complete preparation" bundle at US$89.99, with a Scored Practice Test, one month of AI Practice and the Official Guide to PTE Core (Pearson).
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Course or Official Guide?
Pearson says the Official Guide to PTE Core explains the format and question types with tips, while the Preparation Course builds the language skills you need alongside test practice (Pearson).
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the PTE Core Preparation Course?+
US$18.99.
How long is the course?+
About 20 hours of self-study.
How long can I access it?+
One year from the date of purchase.
What CLB level does it target?+
CLB 8 to 9, according to Pearson.
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