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Topics > Languages
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American Sign Language-Level 1
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$129.00 (3 sections available)
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American Sign Language (ASL) is a richly expressive system of manual communication used by Deaf Americans and Canadians. This introduction to ASL will be helpful to students who wish to communicate in sign in their personal lives, as well as those who wish to explore vocational opportunities in services to people who are Deaf. Formal signs, fingerspelling, pantomime gestures, facial expressions, body movements and speech will be used to convey meaning in ordinary conversation. Textbook is required and should be purchased before first class. "ABC Basic Course in American Sign Language" by Tom Humphries, Carol Padden, and Terrance J O'Rourke. Second Edition ISBN: 0932666426.
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American Sign Language-Level 2
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$119.00 (1 section available)
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This course is for students who have a basic understanding of the fingerspelling and signing vocabulary used in American Sign Language (ASL). Students will further develop conversational fluency, vocabulary and expressive communication techniques. Prerequisite: American Sign Language 1 or equivalent.
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English As a Second Language 1
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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Students will take a conversational approach to learning English in this 24-hour course that focuses on everyday expressions needed to live and work in America. While the emphasis will be on speaking English, some reading and writing will be included. A textbook may be required and can be purchased after the first class.
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English As a Second Language 2
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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This 24-hour course is for students who speak English as a second language but need to improve their grammar. The class will consist of listening, speaking and reading activities, with a focus on grammar and structure. This course is designed for students who wish to improve their accuracy in using standard American English for employment or academic purposes.
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France & French for Tourists
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$99.00 (1 section available)
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This course is designed for students who plan to travel to France and wish to acquire basic French language skills and cultural knowledge to enhance their travel experience. The course combines language instruction with cultural insights, providing students with the tools they need to navigate everyday situations, understand French lifestyles and customs, and appreciate the cultural richness of France. All the resources are available on Padlet. This class is for the most part taught on Zoom and usually 3 field trips are offered during the semester (French cheese tasting, French movie night and French restaurant - not included in the enrollment fees). You will be fully immersed in a French atmosphere before your trip !
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French Level 2
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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In this intermediate level French course you will continue to develop listening, speaking and reading skills. You will practice and refine conversation skills and continue to build vocabulary in dialogue that will reflect a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. You will also speak and write simple sentences in French using both the present and past tenses. Prerequisite: French Level 1 or equivalent.
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French Refresher for Advanced Students
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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Students can strengthen their French speaking and listening abilities through lively dialogue with experienced French speakers. This course is for students who have taken several French courses and are interested in retaining or regaining their language skills. Students will focus on improving pronunciation, building vocabulary and increasing their repertoire of French expressions. Grammar and language skills will be reviewed through written and spoken assignments. Class discussions will include current issues, ensuring interesting conversation and a fun atmosphere.
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German Advanced Refresher
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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Strengthen your German speaking and listening abilities through lively dialogue with experienced German speakers. If you have taken several German courses and are interested in retaining or regaining your language skills, this course is for you. Improve your pronunciation, build your vocabulary and increase your repertoire of German expressions. We will review grammar and hone language skills through written and spoken assignments. Class discussions include current social and cultural issues, ensuring interesting conversation and a fun atmosphere in each unique class.
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German Level 2
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$135.00 (1 section available)
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In this intermediate level German course you will continue to develop listening, speaking and reading skills. You will practice and refine conversation skills and continue to build vocabulary in dialogue that will reflect a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. You will also speak and write simple sentences in German using both the present and past tenses. Prerequisite: German Level 1 or equivalent.
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German: Level 1
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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In this beginning German course you will acquire basic listening, speaking and reading skills and learn simple German grammar, vocabulary and phrases that will be useful in a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. Practice your conversation skills and build your vocabulary in a relaxed atmosphere. No prior knowledge of German is required.
The book for this course is: Ultimate German Beginner-Intermediate by Living Language
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Italian: Level 1
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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In this beginning Italian course you will acquire basic listening, speaking and reading skills and learn simple Italian grammar, vocabulary and phrases that will be useful in a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. Practice your conversation skills and build your vocabulary in a relaxed atmosphere. No prior knowledge of Italian is required.
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Italy & Italian for Tourists
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$99.00 (1 section available)
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Prepare for your trip to Italy by learning about Italian customs and attractions as well as "survival" of the Italian language. You will learn to speak and understand basic words and phrases that emphasize practical aspects of the language and that will be useful in your travel. Allegheny class -catalog information has changed, please see below:
Please note: The North Campus session has been cancelled and combined with the Allegheny class. However, the Allegheny class day/time that is published in our catalog has changed. The Allegheny class will now meet on Wednesday evenings starting 2/12/25 from 6:30 PM -8:30 PM (the instructor has changed this information -the catalog is incorrect stating Mondays at Allegheny starting on 2/17/25). Please feel free to call us at 412-788-7546 if we can be of any assistance. We hope you will join us! Thank you!
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Spanish Level 3
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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In this advanced level Spanish course you will continue to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. You will practice and refine conversation skills and continue to build vocabulary in dialogue that will reflect a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. You will also speak and write sentences in Spanish using present, past and future tenses, as well as more complex grammatical forms. Prerequisite: Spanish Level 2 or equivalent.
No book is needed for this course. Thank you and we hope that you will join us!
Please note that CCAC will be closed during the Summer on Fridays through 7/25. A Zoom link will be sent out Monday morning 6/9 for any registrations that come in past 6/5 at 5 PM. If you do not receive this, please call us (Mon -Thurs 8 AM -5 PM) at 412-788-7507
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Spanish: Level 1
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$155.00 (3 sections available)
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In this beginning Spanish course you will acquire basic listening, speaking and reading skills and learn simple Spanish grammar, vocabulary and phrases that will be useful in a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. Practice your conversation skills and build your vocabulary in a relaxed atmosphere. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required.
Required: Book: Complete Spanish Spanish.Step–By Step. By Barbara Bregstein
Premium Second Edition, ISBN 978-1-260-46313-2
For online class only: Please note that CCAC will be closed during the Summer on Fridays through 7/25. A Zoom link will be sent out Monday morning 6/9 for any registrations that come in past 6/5 at 5 PM. If you do not receive this, please call us (Mon -Thurs 8 AM -5 PM) at 412-788-7507
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Spanish: Level 2
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$155.00 (1 section available)
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In this intermediate level Spanish course you will continue to develop listening, speaking and reading skills. You will practice and refine conversation skills and continue to build vocabulary in dialogue that will reflect a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. You will also speak and write simple sentences in Spanish using both the present and past tenses. Prerequisite: Spanish Level 1 or equivalent.
Required: Book: Complete Spanish Spanish.Step–By Step. By Barbara Bregstein
Premium Second Edition, ISBN 978-1-260-46313-2
Please note that CCAC will be closed during the Summer on Fridays through 7/25. A Zoom link will be sent out Monday morning 6/9 for any registrations that come in past 6/5 at 5 PM. If you do not receive this, please call us (Mon -Thurs 8 AM -5 PM) at 412-788-7507
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