Special Spanish Courses

TOTAL IMMERSION PROGRAM

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This program is especially designed for people who need to learn Spanish quickly, primarily for employment reasons.

It is based on a total immersion model which leads to guaranteed success in a short period of time. Special attention will be given to cultural differences between the western world and Latin America (barriers, codes etc.) and Spanish in (formal) working situations.

During the morning, the student starts with four hours of private classes. Immediately after classes, the teacher will take him/her out to lunch in one of the nearby restaurants. After a short break, three hours of special visits follow. We have a unique assort of visits to offer. These include tourist highlights, but also local parks, museums, shops, handicrafts markets and other sites tailored to your Spanish language needs.

The program is flexible and totally adaptable to the individual student. On Saturday, the student will be offered a day excursion (e.g. El Tigre, El Matadero, one of the beautiful estancias around San Antonio de Areco, or a ‘cultural and shopping day’ in the city of Buenos Aires. This will include visits to exhibitions, beautiful souvenir shops and handcraft markets). Since all classes are individual, the course can start any Monday of the year and there are no requirements for your level.

• Minimum one week.

SPANISH FOR MEDICAL PURPOSES

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Designed for doctors, nurses, social workers etc. The course focuses on medical terminology and information to improve communication with Spanish speaking patients.
Special attention will be given to cultural differences between the western world and Latin America including information on subjects such as health, illness, family issues, etc. and how they are dealt with by the Latin Community.

Visits to hospitals and lectures on subjects as Traditional Medicine etc., are included. Six hours per day: four hours of Spanish in the morning and two hours of lectures / visits in the afternoon. There are fixed starting dates and a high-beginners level is a requirement.

• Maximum number of students: 6 in the Spanish Course, 10 in the afternoon Program.
• Two weeks.

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SPANISH FOR 55+

Young people have different ways of learning, different ways of spending their spare time and different interests than older people. That´s why AMAUTA is proud to present our 55+ program, specifically tailored to needs and interests of elders, offered during the best seasons (in terms of weather and tourism in Buenos Aires). Besides Spanish (2 hours a day), the program includes extra activities as excursions and lectures on Argentinean Culture and History (2 hours a day).

This course has fixed starting dates and an intermediate level of Spanish is a requirement.

• Maximum number of students: 6 in the Spanish Course, 10 in the afternoon Program.
• Two weeks.

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SPANISH FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

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Are you interested in studying Spanish at AMAUTA because you can obtain university credits?. Register for our special “Spanish for University Students” course and take profit of being part of this special group of extra motivated, young people who want to know much more about the Spanish Language and Latin American Literature and Culture. The program includes visits to sites of interest, lectures about Latin American History and Literature and discussion groups about several topics. Four hours of Spanish daily and two hours of extra activities. This course has fixed starting dates and an intermediate level of Spanish is a requirement.

• Maximum number of students: 6 in the Spanish Course, 10 in the afternoon Program.
• Two weeks.

SPANISH FOR EXPATS

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If you are planning to relocate to Argentina – either temporarily or for good - , learning Spanish is a must in order to get the most out of your experience. The real world – full of Porteños ;-) - is right outside your door and by speaking just a bit more of Spanish you will quickly find life is so much more exciting!

If you are buying something in a shop, ordering in a restaurant, or if you need to get something done, or if you are moving to a new home, or when setting up a business... speaking Spanish to local trades people, builders, utility companies, bar tenders, means you will get superior, faster service and you will be in a better position to negotiate if things go wrong.

Get the most out of your experience in Buenos Aires and sign up for our Spanish for Expats now. You will not only improve your Spanish but will also get the insight details of the local habits, national holidays, of local expressions, of national icons such as Che, Evita Peron, Maradona and many others, and what “real” portenos – of different classes – think and feel.

The Spanish for Expat classes of this part time Spanish course focus on practical everyday communicative situations and local culture and expressions. Special emphasis is placed on listening and speaking. Importance is also given to the cultural and social aspects of the Argentina community (see details below). Fixed starting dates; min. 3, max. 6 students / group.

SPANISH AND TEFL

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Participants of our Spanish and TEFL course, learn or improve their Spanish while obtaining their TEFL certificate in Peru or Argentina, with which they will be able to get a job as a certified English teacher everywhere in the world. This course is thé passport to living your dreams abroad, teaching English in exotic locations in Latin America and all over the world.

During the first two weeks, you will be studying Spanish. Our Spanish group lessons offer customized instruction at the level and pace that best suits you. AMAUTA is well known for its interactive, clear and personal teaching methods. The second part of the program (starts on Monday or Wednesday of week 3) consists of your TEFL course. This International TEFL Certificate course is a practical and thorough course designed for candidates that have no or little previous experience in English teaching. During the 4 week TEFL course you will become familiar with the principles of successful EFL teaching and start developing the practical skills that you will need to teach effectively.

Our accredited EBC TESOL TEFL course is DUAL AWARD; this means that when you graduate you will receive two certificates covering both TEFL and TESOL. We are proud to offer you certification that has been accredited as being at NQF Level 4 by Ascentis (OCNW), a worldwide recognized National Awarding Body.

Fixed starting dates Spanish and TEFL:

Jan 3, Jan 31, March 7, April 4, May 9, June 6, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 7 - 2011

The program includes visits to sites of interest, lectures about Latin American History and Literature and discussion groups about several topics. Four hours of Spanish daily and two hours of extra activities. This course has fixed starting dates (see pricelist) and an intermediate level of Spanish is a requirement.