The Partner Language Training Center Europe (PLTCE) convened language professionals for the Advanced Language Testing Seminar (ALTS) at the Marshall Center in Garmisch-Partenkirchen on March 9, 2026.

ALTS is a demanding, technically focused course for language professionals who develop, administer, and evaluate proficiency tests aligned with NATO standards.

“Your presence reflects a commitment to strengthening the standards that enable interoperability among allied and partner forces, allowing them to communicate clearly, operate together, and increase military effectiveness," said Tim McAteer, U.S. deputy director. "Through collaboration, we can navigate the intricacies of our shared security landscape more effectively.”

PLTCE is a key enabler of the Marshall Center’s mission, helping ensure that security professionals from around the world can effectively engage on issues.

Founded in 1984 and integrated into the Marshall Center in the 1990s, PLTCE delivers professional language education to more than 400 students annually. It was designated a NATO Partner Training and Education Centre in 2013, and it continues to serve as a key resource for military language training and testing.