French as a Second Language

Are you interested in acquiring listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in a second language? Second Language Training makes it possible for you to understand and use proper French and/or English language structures, rules of grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary to communicate effectively.

Progressive courses are offered throughout the academic year. Based on a placement test conducted with the instructor prior to enrollment, you will be directed to the appropriate level to meet your needs.

• High School Diploma or Adult High School Diploma or GED Diploma of High School Equivalency

As a graduate, you may find employment wherever the second language is used on a regular basis.

• Greetings
• Time units
• Personal information
• Weather
• Preferences
• Leisure activities
• Directions and instructions
• Service requests
• Conversations
• Descriptions
• Events
• Planning and inviting
• Opinions
• Explanations
• Advice
• Information
• Conjectures
• Justification
• Problems and difficulties

To be successful in any second language program, you must have a sincere desire to learn the language, a strong commitment to participate fully in the training program and willingness to study and practice outside of classroom hours. It is a deeply rewarding experience to study in an adult learning environment and to develop skills in a second language; however, you will want to reflect seriously on your readiness to accept the commitment necessary to take full advantage of this learning opportunity.

The duration of the program may be reduced if you have a pre-existing level of skill in the second language.

It is mandatory that you participate in an initial placement test to assess your current skill level in your second language. Once completed, you will be notified of your acceptance status and directed to the appropriate course level.

French as a Second Language graduates may have an opportunity to aquire the following external certifications upon meeting the external agencies certification requirements and paying any required fees to the external agency: