Intensa Barrio Escalante is an Accredited Center by the Instituto Cervantes
Contact us for free via FaceTime, iMessage, or WhatsApp at +506 7099-6467, or call from the U.S. by dialing 011 506 4010-8000
Intensa Barrio Escalante is an Accredited Center by the Instituto Cervantes
Contact us for free via FaceTime, iMessage, or WhatsApp at +506 7099-6467, or call from the U.S. by dialing 011 506 4010-8000
A proven, conversation-focused approach designed to help you speak Spanish confidently from day one.
Our method is built to help you think and communicate in
Spanish, not just memorize grammar.
Our methodology is designed to immerse you in the language, so you
naturally start thinking and communicating in Spanish from day one.
You’ll practice Spanish through real-life situations that prepare you for everyday conversations.
From your first class, you’ll be encouraged to speak, make mistakes, and improve naturally.
Interactive classes and small groups create a dynamic, engaging learning environment.
Beyond the classroom, you’ll experience Spanish in real-world settings, accelerating your progress.
Here’s a general guide:
20 HOURS / WEEK
15 HOURS / WEEK
University credits available upon request
(*) Estimated contact hours needed to reach specific levels may vary according to individual achievement and if students are mono or multi-linguistic.
Distinguished Superior
C1/C2
5
Advanced High
86 hours
Advanced You are able to understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. You know how to restructure information and arguments from various sources, whether in spoken or written language, and present a coherent summary. You can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and with a degree of accuracy that allows you to differentiate finer shades of meaning even in complex situations.
Advanced high
B2
4
Module 13
46 hours
You are able to understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, even if they are of a technical nature, provided they are within your field of expertise. You can interact with native speakers with a degree of fluency and spontaneity, so that communication is possible without strain for either party. You can produce clear, detailed texts on various subjects, and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the pros and cons of various options.
Advanced mid
B1 / B2
3 – 4
Modules 11 – 12
46 hours
Can communicate when carrying out simple and repetitive tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on issues that are familiar and routinely. Can describe in simple terms aspects of your past and your environment as well as issues related to your immediate needs, ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
Advanced low
B1
3
Module 9 – 10
106 hours
You are able to understand the main points of a text, if it is written in standard language and it is about familiar matters regularly encountered, either in situations at work, school or leisure. Can deal with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where the language is spoken. Able to produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or in which you have personal interest. You can describe experiences and events, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
Intermediate High
Intermediate Mid
Intermediate low
A2 A2 A1/A2
2 4 3 – 4
126 hours
You are able to understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to relevant and familiar areas (basic information about yourself and your family, shopping, places of interest, occupations, etc.). Can communicate when carrying out simple and repetitive tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on issues that are familiar and routinely. Can describe in simple terms aspects of your past and your environment as well as issues related to your immediate needs.
A1
1
Module 4
Modules 2 – 3
Modules 1
86 hours
You are able to understand and use familiar everyday expressions of frequent use, as well as basic phrases aimed at satisfying immediate needs. You can introduce yourself and others and ask and give basic personal information about home, your belongings and people you know. You can interact in a simple way, provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
