Courses

Spanish For All (SFA) courses provide a coordinated, effective, and individualized Spanish lessons based on the specific needs and interests of the student, or group. Given the importance of Spanish for success in the global market, SFA is committed in offering the very best Spanish instruction. SFA relies on the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Proficiency Guidelines to determine the level.

  • Novice (low, mid, high)
  • Intermediate (low, mid, high)
  • Advanced (low, mid, high)
  • Superior (low, mid, high)
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Students who successfully finish a level, will receive a certificate to confirm the completion of course work. On average, with diligent work and dedication, 20 hours should put you at the next sub-proficient level. There are many books, age and level appropriate, to choose from.

SKYPE is planned the same way as in-person instruction. Practice activities can be faxed, e-mailed or downloaded, if you choose LIVE online Spanish via SKYPE.

If your Spanish is at proficient level, intermediate high and above, you may want to focus your study to any of the following:

  • Spanish for fun, such as travel, family, friends, dating, or co-workers
  • Spanish for the medical profession: technicians, nurses, paramedics, doctors
  • Law enforcement Spanish for clerks, police officers, and lawyers
  • Business and corporate Spanish to fit the company’s goals
  • Spanish for Hispanics (heritage learners and bilingual)
  • Coffee Break Conversational Spanish (Tertulia)
  • Preparation (strategies and techniques) for scoring high on the Advance Placement (AP) and SAT II in Spanish language and literature
  • Preparation for the National Spanish Examination (NSE), and the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (SHH--Spanish National Honor Society) exam
  • Literature (lyrics, poetry, drama, prose, comic books, fairy tales)
  • History, current events, cinema, pop culture, Youtube videos

Bilingual & Bicultural

The Bilingual & Bicultural courses are designed to strengthen student’s content knowledge in Spanish, as well as the history, culture and literature of their country of origin, in the hopes that the student becomes equally informed and proficient in both languages. SFA has several books, workbooks and resources specifically designed for the heritage learner and bilingual student, or native Spanish speaker.

Interpreter and Culture Consultant

SFA provides interpretation whenever language may cause a barrier in effective communication. SFA enables organizations to identify and understand key language and culture sensitivities and nuances related to the Hispanic world, in order to avoid those awkward moments that can be lost in translation, and make people uncomfortable. SFA will visit organizations prior to a conference or presentation to review basic grammar, technical vocabulary, and assist with proper pronunciation. Here are other basic services that SFA provides:

  • Bilingual and bicultural (Spanish and English), on-the-spot interpretation
  • Over-the-phone translation/interpretation and assist with telephone interviewing
  • Voiceovers and subtitling
  • Conference or event interpreter, or company for assignments requiring professional bilingual and bicultural skills
  • Employee benefits orientation, interpretation and their rights
  • One-on-one, or small group Spanish lessons brought to your office
  • Help clients improve their basic conversational skills for work reasons
  • Effective Spanish instruction for business or personal enrichment
  • Identify someone’s level of competency in Spanish, both oral and written

SFA helps clients, businesses, schools, and companies achieve their language objectives. If you are interested in the interpretation and consultation services, or private lessons for small groups, please contact SFA for a customized arrangement.

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Rates

You may pay-as-you-go, or pay in advance using PayPal for security, better rates and to reserve the hour(s). All rates listed are per person.

Live Online via SKYPE

Face-to face conference $50.00 p/hr
5-10 sessions reserved in advance $45.00 p/hr
11-15 sessions reserved in advance $40.00 p/hr

ON-SITE

Private (one-on-one) at SFA location $60.00 p/hr
Semi-private (2-4 people) at SFA $45.00 p/hr
Small group (5-10 people) at SFA $30.00 p/hr

***(Small group courses are yet to be determined)***

Private 5-10 sessions reserved in advance $55.00 p/hr
Private 11-15 sessions reserved in advance $50.00 p/hr
Private 16-20 sessions reserved in advance $45.00 p/hr

Note: In the event that SFA must cancel a class due to low enrollment, a complete refund will be granted.

OFF-SITE

For private lessons at location of your choice in Manhattan, add $10.00 to the rates above. For other locations in NYC, please contact SFA. All rates listed are per person.

Private (one-on-one) at your location $70.00 p/hr
Semi-private (2-4 people) at your location $50.00 p/hr
Small group (5-10 people) at your location $40.00 p/hr
 
Private 5-10 sessions reserved in advance $65.00 p/hr
Private 11-15 sessions reserved in advance $60.00 p/hr
Private 16-20 sessions reserved in advance $55.00 p/hr

For the Bilingual & Bicultural (heritage, bilingual and native Spanish speaker) program, please contact SFA for individual arrangements and pricing.


Payments

Thank you for choosing Spanish for All. To pay for a course please use one of the Pay Pal buttons above. Payment amount should be for a confirmed course time.

For other services, including translation and special course requests, please fill out the Contact form and we will get back to you within 48 hours.


Policy

Cancellation and Refunds: SFA requires at least 24 hours cancellation notice for full refund. Full refunds for unused classes will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Students have up to 3 months in which to complete the sessions reserved. Three months from the reservation date, unused hours are considered automatic forfeit and no refunds are granted.