Hablespana

Class Levels

Our students have the opportunity to choose among three levels of communication. Once you register for a course, we will determine your appropriate level through a placement test. The majority of our placements are done through our online test. Please email us for the test. Other placements can be done by phone, simply call us at 617-426-4868 ext. 202.

BEGINNERS

Will allow you to ask and answer questions dealing with every day situations in the present tense; give and get information, make hotel and travel reservations, order meals, etc; and speak on a basic level about yourself, your family, work, etc. We make an emphasis in listening comprehension and conversation, but you will also learn correct grammar.

At the completion of this level you will be able to participate in casual conversations; narrate, describe, and explain not only current but also past activities.

INTERMEDIATE

Will allow you to communicate facts and explain points of view in an uncomplicated fashion; handle such forms as the present, preterit, and imperfect; understand everyday topics, common personal and family news, well-known events and routine matters involving the home and workplace.

You will start using and understanding the subjunctive mode in conversation. You will be able to communicate your opinions and understand discussions on concrete topics related to particular interests. At the completion of this level, you will receive the Proficiency in Spanish Certificate from HablEspaña.

ADVANCED

Will allow you to speak with sufficient structural accuracy and vocabulary in order to participate in most formal and informal conversations on practical, social, and professional topics. Through dialogues and varied materials, your Spanish will acquire fluency and you will understand idioms and more complex structures. Even though any grammar questions can be answered, the emphasis is in active conversation.

You will review advanced grammar while you broaden your vocabulary and develop fluency. You will get familiar with more complex structures in the subjunctive mode. At the completion of this level, you will receive the Certificate of Fluency in Spanish from HablEspaña.