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	American Sign Language-Level 1
	$119.00 (2 sections available)
	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.

	Arabic : Level 1
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	In this beginning Arabic course you will be introduced to Modern Standard Arabic letters and sounds. You will acquire basic listening, speaking and reading skills and learn simple Arabic grammar, vocabulary and phrases that will be useful in a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. Practice your phonetic and conversation skills and build your vocabulary in a relaxed atmosphere. No prior knowledge of Arabic is required.

	Arabic: Level 2
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	In this intermediate level Arabic course you will continue to develop listening, speaking and reading skills for Modern Standard Arabic. You will practice and refine phonetic and 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 Arabic using both the present and past tenses. Prerequisite: Arabic Level 1 or equivalent.

	Chinese : Level 1
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	In this beginning Chinese course you will be introduced to the characters and sounds of Mandarin Chinese, the national language of China. You will acquire basic listening, speaking and reading skills and learn simple Chinese grammar, vocabulary and phrases that will be useful in a wide variety of business or vacation travel situations. Practice your phonetic and conversation skills and build your vocabulary in a relaxed atmosphere. No prior knowledge of Chinese is required.

	English As a Second Language 1
	$149.00 (4 sections available)
	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. Students will work at their own levels, so both beginners and those with a little more experience are welcome. Textbook may be required and can be purchased after the first class.

	English As a Second Language 2
	$149.00 (3 sections available)
	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.

	English As a Second Language 3
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	For students who have an intermediate or higher level of English and are interested in improving their English for academic or professional purposes. Instruction in grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and listening designed to help students reach individual goals.

	English As a Second Language for Students Who Are Deaf Or Hard-Of-Hearing
	$79.00 - $89.00 (2 sections available)
	This class is designed for Deaf ESL students and is taught in American Sign Language. We will practice and develop reading and writing skills using a bilingual-bicultural approach. Course topics include English reading strategies, writing sentences and paragraphs, grammar, punctuation, idioms, and vocabulary expansion. Class activities include reading English news items and discussing in ASL, describing images and photographs in writing, and translating our thoughts and ideas from ASL into written English. You will have opportunities to work together with your classmates and form optional study groups for practicing outside of class. Suitable for all levels. Participation requires access to a computer with Internet and a webcam.

	ESL: Communicating Professionally
	$79.00 (1 section available)
	Non-native speakers-learn to speak more confidently and become more comfortable in professional and business settings. Topics include learning how to persuade, criticize without seeming rude, conduct meetings, make requests, and to mediate discussions. In-class work includes role playing for various business scenarios (formal and informal), as well as making short presentations.

	ESL: Improve Your Conversation Skills
	$79.00 (2 sections available)
	Practice your English speaking and listening skills in a relaxed and supportive setting. A variety of informal and formal speaking and listening situations will be covered. Grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation will be emphasized. Prerequisite: ESL 1 or equivalent.

	Esl: Improving Your Comprehension
	$89.00 (1 section available)
	Have you ever listened to a conversation in English and felt that you know all of the words, but their combination makes no sense? Students will focus on common English expressions that are most confusing to English as a Second Language students. We will examine and practice through reading, writing, and speaking activities the use of commonly used idioms, phrasal verbs, proverbs, acronyms,slang and a lot more. Basic English knowledge is required.

	ESL: Job Application Skills f or ESL
	$89.00 (1 section available)
	This course will guide students in plain English through the necessary steps of finding a job by helping them navigate today's online job market and tackle the job application process. Students will learn how to write an eye-catching resume, compose a strong cover letter, search online for job postings, and prepare for a job interview by providing knowledge, guidelines, resources, and tips to take with them on a job-hunting journey.

	French Level 2
	$109.00 - $149.00 (2 sections available)
	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.

	French Level 3
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	In this advanced level French 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 French using present, past and future tenses, as well as more complex grammatical forms. Prerequisite: French Level 2 or equivalent.

	French Refresher for Advanced Students
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	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.

	French: Level 1
	$109.00 - $149.00 (3 sections available)
	In this beginning French course you will acquire basic listening, speaking and reading skills and learn simple French 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 French is required.

	German Advanced Refresher
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	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.

	German Level 2
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	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.

	German: Level 1
	$149.00 (1 section available)
	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.

	Italian: Level 1
	$149.00 (5 sections available)
	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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