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International Language Institute, Washington DC:
International Language Institute (ILI) is a language learning institution in the heart of Downtown Washington DC. We provide General Italian language courses to students from around the world from beginner to advanced levels. In addition to our General Italian courses (with 6 proficiency levels), we also provide a specialized Italian for Travelers course, and foreign language courses in French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, and English (ESL). On successful completion of the group language program with the required attendance and 'Passing grade' achieved, students can receive a Certificate.

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About The International Language Institute:

Photo of Learn Italian in Washington DCThe International Language Institute is a respected institution that has provided quality language training to thousands of students from around the world for over 40 years. 

Transemantics, Inc. was founded in 1970 when it began its operations with four English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers and about 15 students.

Over the past 43 years, our company has seen steady growth and developed a strong reputation around the world and locally for quality language training and academic preparation at a superior value.

Accredation:
ILI’s foreign language group programs are now accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training), and we also offer 2.5 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) per every successfully completed course.

Italian Language Classes for Adults:

The emphasis of our Italian classes is on pronunciation, vocabulary building, grammar and conversation.

An introduction to listening, reading, speaking and writing skills will be addressed throughout the course. Dialogues, readings, and cultural notes included are depicted in what life is like in Italy today.

Features include:
• Beginners to Advanced Level Students
• 6 levels of proficiency
• Four 10-week terms per year
• Classes meet once per week for 2.5 hours
• Small class size (max. 9 students)
• Experienced, native-speaking teachers

- Successful students receive a Certificate of Completion

Also taught:
• Italian for Travelers
• Further languages including English, French, Arabic, Russian, and Mandarin Chinese

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Address: 1717 Rhode Island Ave. NW, Suite 100, Washington, Dist of Columbia 20036, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2026-04-07 were from:

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International Language Institute, Washington DC
Courses / Programs
• Founded in 1970, International Language Institute (ILI) is a language learning institution in the heart of Downtown Washington DC.

• We provide General French language courses to students from around the world from beginner to advanced levels. In addition to our General French courses (with 9 proficiency levels), we also provide a specialized French for Travelers course.

• Certificate of Completion: on successful completion of the group language program with the required attendance and 'Passing grade' achieved, students can receive a Certificate.

• The International Language Institute is a respected institution that has provided quality language training to thousands of students from around the world for over 40 years. ILI also offers foreign language courses in Spanish and Chinese as well as a wide range of English (ESL) programs.

• ILI’s foreign language group programs are accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training), and we also offer 2.5 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) per every successfully completed course.
Beginner to Advanced Level French Language Courses:

General French course features include:
• Four 10-week terms per year
• Classes meet once per week for 2.5 hours
• Small class size (max. 9 students)
• Experienced, native-speaking teachers
• Certificate of Completion

Also taught:
• French for Travelers
• Further languages including English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese
ABC Languages - Online Italian Classes
Courses / Programs
• Learn Italian online in Washington DC with ABC Languages - a leading provider of quality foreign language instruction in New York, New Jersey and California as well as online for students throughout the U.S.

• Our online Italian language classes are convenient and flexible for adults and high school students living in Maryland, Virginia, throughout the Washington DC area and nationwide.

• Our qualified and experienced Italian language tutors teach on Skype at times that best suit your schedule, allowing you to improve your Italian language skills around your work or family commitments.

• Whether you are a complete beginner or wish to improve your current level of Italian, we can customize our one-on-one online Italian lessons to suit your needs.

• All you need is a web camera, an audio headset, and a desire to learn Italian!

Other Online Language Classes:
ABC also teaches the following second and foreign languages online: Spanish, French, German, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Korean, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Farsi.
Online Italian classes via Zoom / Skype:
For adults & high school students

• Beginners Italian classes
• Intermediate Italian classes
• Advanced Italian classes
• Italian conversation classes
• Business Italian classes & more..

Our private online classes can be customized to your specific needs.
English Accent Tutor
Courses / Programs
Based in Washington D.C., English Accent Tutor provides one-on-one, in-person accent improvement (accent reduction / modification) lessons tailored to meet individuals' goals for improving their communication so that others understand them more clearly.

We serve students in the Washington D.C. metro area, including Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church, McLean, Bethesda, Hyattsville and Silver Spring.

Accent improvement sessions may be scheduled once or twice a week at a time and location that is convenient for you. The location of each session is based on your preference (your workplace, home, library, coffee shop).
English Accent Improvement Classes:

Features / topics include:
- Accent reduction
- Accent modification
- Perception
- Articulation
- Stress Pattern
- Intonation

Classes may be scheduled once or twice a week at your chosen location (home, work, library...)
Language Classes Ad Opportunity here
Courses / Programs
• Language Classes Ad Opportunity for providers of group and private language programs for children and adults in Mandarin Chinese, German, Spanish, French, Italian, and Arabic in the Washington DC metro area.

• Multiple ad pages available for schools which serve students of all ages at DC metro area locations, (Spanish, French, Italian, German, Arabic, and Mandarin Chinese).

• Contact us if you offer courses in Bethesda and Gaithersburg MD, or in Alexandria, McLean / North Arlington & Fairfax VA.

• Note to parents & guardians: Unfortunately, the language program provider that previously was listed here has closed their language training business. This listing is now void, and program inquiries cannot be processed.
Mandarin Chinese Immersion Programs:
• Parents and Tots programs for kids ages 1-3
• Mandarin for kids ages 3-5 (Kids Only)
• Mandarin for kids ages 5-8 (Kids Only)
• Mandarin for kids ages 8-10 (Kids Only)
• Mandarin for kids ages 10-12 (Kids Only)
• Private / One-on-one Mandarin lessons
• Mandarin immersion summer camps

Further Language Ad Opportunities:
• French, Spanish, German, Italian, Arabic
Kaplan International Washington DC
Courses / Programs
• Learn English in the beautiful and historic city of Washington DC with Kaplan International! We provide a range of accredited English courses to students from around the world of all levels, from beginner to advanced.

• Our quality English language courses in Washington DC include Intensive English, GRE / GMAT preparation, and TOEFL exam preparation.

• At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance, which will show your level of English, the dates on which you have studied and your attendance. 

• Learning English in DC means immersing yourself in American culture. You will enjoy the diversity of its multicultural neighborhoods and visiting its world-famous landmarks, such as the White House, the Supreme Court, the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian Museum or the National Cathedral.

• Kaplan International in the USA are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET), and students from 79 different countries attended our DC ESL school last year.

Student Review:
"It’s a wonderful experience, you learn a lot, discover different cultures and way of life. It’s a great opportunity to make contacts and real friendship with people from around the world."
- Paul-Victor, France
English Language Courses for Adults:

Beginner to advanced levels

• General English

• Intensive English

• Vacation English

• Academic Year and Semester Courses

• TOEFL Exam Preparation

• GMAT Preparation

• GRE For International Students

• Homestay with an American host family
Spanish Academy, DC Metro Area
Courses / Programs
The Spanish Academy, in partnership with the Instituto Cervantes, provides the highest quality Spanish language instruction to adults, children, and businesses. We have convenient locations in the Washington D.C. Metro area, Northern Virginia, and Bethesda.

All of our course levels match the CEFR (Common European Framework for Languages), so it's easy for you to know where you should start.

Our mission is to provide the very highest quality language instruction in order to help people become better global citizens.

Why choose us?
- We work together with the Instituto Cervantes, the largest organization in the world teaching Spanish to non-native speakers. It is the only center of its kind created and endorsed by the government of Spain.
- Highest standards of teaching quality
- Highly qualified, native Spanish-speaking teachers from Latin America and Spain.
- Small sized immersion classes-- every student receives focused attention
- Classes at convenient locations: Alexandria and K Street (D.C.)
- Hands-on curriculum, tailor-made classes, and exam preparation
- Professional and corporate backgrounds
- DELE exam preparation with the designated Cervantes academy.
Spanish Language Courses:
- for Beginner to Advanced levels
- General Group Spanish classes
- Private Spanish lessons
- DELE Exam Preparation
- Corporate / Business Spanish