SPANISH LEVELS
Spanish Rules has organized courses into 6 different levels of Spanish. This structure follows the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, as well as the guidelines of Instituto Cervantes. Additionally, Spanish Rules’s 6 levels correspond exactly to the U.S. university system, so that you may receive credits from your home school.
Each level, with the exception of level 6 (Proficiency), is divided into sublevels varying from lesser to greater linguistic knowledge. This is to ensure you’re situated in the exact level where you should be. We’ll assess your Spanish level on the first day of class with a written and/or oral placement test. If you are taking an online (virtual) program, your assessment will be done through a 15 minute interview on Skype (free of charge).
A1: Beginner (SPA 101)
You will learn how to form fundamental grammatical and communicative structures in Spanish, such as greetings, talking about yourself, giving an opinion, conjugating verbs in the present tense, describing yourself and others and talking about likes and dislikes, among other skills.
A2: Elementary (SPA 102)
This Spanish level is for those students who have some previous knowledge of basic Spanish structures. You will increase your level of grammar and vocabulary and be able to express yourself functionally in various communicative contexts.
B1: Intermediate (SPA 201-202)
This Spanish level is designed for students who already have a general command of some of the more complex structures in the Spanish language and a good vocabulary base.You will make the leap from expressing yourself at a functional level to achieving a certain level of fluency in the language, accompanied by a greater comprehension of the Spanish way of life.
B2: Advanced (SPA 301-302)
Students at the advanced level already feel comfortable communicating in social situations and speak with a certain degree of fluency. You will largely expand upon your ability to debate and express opinions in detail; to link phrases and sentences cohesively; and to converse about more specific topics outside the realm of commonplace linguistic interchanges.
C1: Superior (SPA 400+)
This Spanish level is for students who already have a solid grasp of the Spanish language and are able to communicate effectively. You will learn to express your ideas at a more abstract level by perfecting your grammar skills and dominating idioms, as well as gain a wider knowledge of Spanish culture.
C2: Proficiency (SPA 400+)
This Spanish level is for those students with a high command of the Spanish language who want to perfect all areas of linguistic proficiency in order to fully become bilingual. You will focus on refining your oral and written skills while developing a global perspective of Spanish culture in relation to your particular field of interest.
PROGRAMS AVAILABLE
Survival Spanish
This program is suitable for total beginners willing to learn survival tools in Spanish.
Intensive Spanish Program
Program suitable for students with previous knowledge/ experience of Spanish. Preliminary interview is offered to determine your exact level.
Immersion Programs
Program suitable for all learners needing to learn the language fast. Immersion programs are offered in a range of: Part-time (4 hours/day) Full-time (6 hours/day).
Conversational Spanish
Minimum level required: A2 (Spanish 102 minimum)
Peruvian Literature and History
For students willing to learn more about Peruvian writers, literature and history. Highly recommended for advanced students.
Online Programs
Available upon request, via Skype.
THE FEES
To learn about the fees, please e-mail us at: mauricio@spanishrules.org
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