Spanish Language Programs in Berkeley, California

Mesoamerica Institute, Berkeley, California:
At the Mesoamerica Institute in Berkeley, California, we have 25 years of experience teaching Spanish in small groups.

Spanish Core Program:
We have two versions of the Core Program:
Once a week: Classes meet two hours, or three hours per week
Twice a week: Classes meet two times a week for 1½ hours each class

The Core Program of the MESOAMERICA NSTITUTE is designed to allow students to learn at a comfortable pace yet challenge them to advance beyond their current proficiency level. The program is oriented toward building an ability to converse in Spanish. To supplement conversational skills, fundamental concepts of grammar are incorporated. The program is structured around ongoing eight-week sessions with classes conducted entirely in Spanish. The instructors will help prospective students assess their fluency level as well as provide ongoing evaluation of the students progress.

Two-Week Intensive Program:
The Two-Week Intensive Program is offered all year round for all levels. Two weeks are devoted to concentrated Spanish study with classes scheduled three hours a day Monday through Friday, morning or afternoon.

The Two-Week Intensive Program creates an atmosphere comparable to an actual Spanish speaking environment. This program will most rapidly and effectively equip you to use Spanish for work or travel purposes.

Month-Long Intensive Program:
The Month-Long Intensive Program is offered all year round for all levels. Three days a weeks are devoted to concentrated Spanish study with three hours of classes each day.

Similar to the Two-Week Intensive Program, this program creates an atmosphere comparable to an actual speaking environment. This is the most effective approach for people that are interested in learning Spanish fast. We offer this program to groups interested in any professional field.

Private Classes
Blocks of 10 or 15 hours. Perfect to work in specific areas of the languae, vocabulary, field, etc., or if your time is limited or your schedule erratic. It also works for people who prefer to learn in a one to one basis.

Spanish for Health Professions
The course will offer nurses and health workers necessary knowledge, attitudes, and skills to be more linguistically and culturally sensitive and appropriate for Latino patients and their health care needs. One course consists of 10 contact hours in total. Classes meet twice a week for 2 consecutive weeks. We offer three levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. Levels are defined by a free placement test, available by an appointment at your convenience. Full deposit refund for non-attendance provided within 1 month.