Description

Private students must call the School office or the Instructors at least 24 hours before a scheduled class to inform about the cancellation.

Any cancellations or schedule changes made after that time will be deducted from your package lessons as we are obligated to pay for the Instructor's scheduled time.

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds or credits are given after two classes. Credits are valid for one year only. An administration fee of $25.00 will be applied to all refunds, $10.00 to all credits. Membership fee is not refundable.

Description

Interested in travelling to Italy?

Wednesday evenings | for 5 weeks | for absolute beginners!

Italian for dreamers and travelers is especially designed for travelers with no previous knowledge of Italian.

Students will acquire a basic vocabulary that will help them overcome daily issues while travelling in Italy.

The main topics covered in this course are:

• greetings and courtesy expressions
• how to order from a menu
• how to ask for street directions
• how to book a hotel room and more.

No prior knowledge of Italian is required.

No textbook is required. Students will be provided with handouts and class materials.

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is  available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds or credits are given after two classes.

Credits are valid for one year only. An administration fee of $25.00 will be applied to all refunds, $10.00 to all credits. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Interested in travelling to Italy?

Wednesday evenings | for 5 weeks | for absolute beginners!

Italian for dreamers and travelers is especially designed for travelers with no previous knowledge of Italian.

Students will acquire a basic vocabulary that will help them overcome daily issues while travelling in Italy.

The main topics covered in this course are:

• greetings and courtesy expressions
• how to order from a menu
• how to ask for street directions
• how to book a hotel room and more.

No prior knowledge of Italian is required.

No textbook is required. Students will be provided with handouts and class materials.

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is  available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds or credits are given after two classes.

Credits are valid for one year only. An administration fee of $25.00 will be applied to all refunds, $10.00 to all credits. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

This 6 week program has been created to fulfill the need of practicing the knowledge of Italian acquired in our regular classes.

Not for absolute beginners! 

• Students must possess a basic knowledge of the Italian language
• Successful completion of Beginner 3 Course is recommended.
• Students will be provided with handouts and class materials.
• No textbook is required.

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds or credits are given after two classes. Credits are valid for one year only. An administration fee of $25.00 will be applied to all refunds, $10.00 to all credits. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

This 6 week program has been created to fulfill the need of practicing the knowledge of Italian acquired in our regular classes.

For Intermediate speakers!

Students must possess at least an Intermediate level of the Italian language. Successful completion of Intermediate 2 Course is recommended.

We would like to suggest you check your knowledge by doing some interesting online exercises: tests Unite 1-2-3, just few of those - 

No textbook is required. Students will be provided with handouts and class materials.

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds or credits are given after two classes. Credits are valid for one year only. An administration fee of $25.00 will be applied to all refunds, $10.00 to all credits. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Tuesday & Thursday mornings for 6 weeks, 30 hours

Beginner 1 Accelerated on Zoom

At this level you have little or no previous knowledge of the language. You will learn:

• to share information about yourself in Italian and ask basic questions.
• structure and vocabulary that allow you to function in everyday settings.
• grammar coverage includes singular and plural nouns, articles and adjectives, present tense of regular and some modal and irregular verbs, some prepositions too.
• Communication goals include: greeting and introducing oneself, asking for information, ordering something at the restaurant, telling the time.

By the end of the course you will begin to understand easy language structures in an immersion classroom setting while learning to speak primarily in the present tense.

The course will be delivered ONLINE via Zoom, an excellent video conferencing platform with plenty of features such as video/audio sharing and breakout rooms that allow for a fulfilling learning experience.

Nuovo Espresso 1 is the textbook used for Beginner 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Beginner 1 we will cover chapters 1 to 4 of the textbook.

A paper copy of  Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 10 am to 4 pm. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges must be applied).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Monday & Wednesday mornings for 6 weeks, 30 hours

Beginner 3 Accelerated on Zoom

At this level  learners will improve theirs understanding and competence in mastering easy language structures. At the end of this course students are going to have a strong knowledge of the Present and Past Tense.

By the end of the course you will begin to understand easy language structures in an immersion classroom setting while learning to speak primarily in the present tense.

The course will be delivered ONLINE via Zoom, an excellent video conferencing platform with plenty of features such as video/audio sharing and breakout rooms that allow for a fulfilling learning experience.

Nuovo Espresso 3 is the textbook used for Beginner 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Beginner 3 we will cover chapters 8 to 10 of the textbook.

A paper copy of  Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 10 am to 4 pm. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges must be applied).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Tuesday & Thursday mornings for 6 weeks, 30 hours

Beginner 2 Accelerated course - ONLINE

At this level you have already had experience with the Beginner 1 course.

You will add to your basic vocabulary in everyday situations involving bookings, transportation, directions and attractions while traveling in Italy.

In addition to improving your functional ability when speaking in the present tense, you will also be introduced to past tense and learn to speak about events and facts that occurred in your life, such as a vacation or a trip to Italy, for example.

The course will be delivered ONLINE via Zoom, an excellent video conferencing platform with plenty of features such as video/audio sharing and breakout rooms that allow for a fulfilling learning experience.

Nuovo Espresso 1 is the textbook used for Beginner 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Beginner 2 we will cover chapters 5 to 7 of the textbook.

A paper copy of Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm. We will respect social distancing norms as we deliver the book to you. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges apply).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Beginner 1 online - 12 weeks course, 30 hours

At this level you have little or no previous knowledge of the language. You will learn to share information about yourself in Italian and ask basic questions. You will also learn structure and vocabulary that allow you to function in everyday settings. By the end of the course you will begin to understand easy language structures in an immersion classroom setting while learning to speak primarily in the present tense.

The course will be offer online, on Zoom.

Nuovo Espresso 1 is the textbook used for Beginner 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Beginner 1 we will cover chapters 1 to 4 of the textbook. A paper copy of Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased online or in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm.  We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges must be applied).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Beginner 1, in person - 12 weeks course, 30 hours

(Limited spots available)

At this level you have little or no previous knowledge of the language. You will learn to share information about yourself in Italian and ask basic questions. You will also learn structure and vocabulary that allow you to function in everyday settings. By the end of the course you will begin to understand easy language structures in an immersion classroom setting while learning to speak primarily in the present tense.

Nuovo Espresso 1 is the textbook used for Beginner 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Beginner 1 we will cover chapters 1 to 4 of the textbook. A paper copy of  Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm.  We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges apply).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

The course will be offered IN PERSON at the Italian Cultural Centre of Vancouver. PLEASE NOTE: the course may be moved to Zoom if Covid-19 restrictions will be put in place or we don't have the minimum number of students.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Beginner 2, in-person / 12 weeks course, 30 hours

(Limited spots available)

At this level you have already had experience with the Beginner 1 course. You will add to your basic vocabulary in everyday situations involving bookings, transportation, directions and attractions while traveling in Italy. In addition to improving your functional ability when speaking in the present tense, you will also be introduced to past tense and learn to speak about events and facts that occurred in your life, such as a vacation or a trip to Italy, for example.

Nuovo Espresso 1 is the textbook used for Beginner 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Beginner 2 we will cover chapters 5 to 7 of the textbook.

A paper copy of Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased online or in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges apply).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

The course will be offered in-person at IL CENTRO. PLEASE NOTE: the course may be moved to Zoom if Covid-19 restrictions will be put in place or we don't have the minimum number of students.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Beginner 2, online - 12 weeks course, 30 hours

At this level you have already had experience with the Beginner 1 course. You will add to your basic vocabulary useful sentences in everyday situations involving bookings, transportation, directions and attractions while traveling in Italy. In addition to improving your functional ability when speaking in the present tense, you will also be introduced to the Past Tense.

The course will be offered ONLINE, on Zoom.

Nuovo Espresso 1 is the textbook used for Beginner 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Beginner 2 we will cover chapters 5 to 7 of the textbook.

A paper copy of Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased online or in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 9 am to 4 pm. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges must be applied).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Beginner 3, in-person / 12 weeks course, 30 hours

At this level  learners will improve theirs understanding and competence in mastering easy language structures. At the end of this course students are going to have a strong knowledge of the Present and Past Tense.

Nuovo Espresso 1 is the textbook used for Beginner 1,2 & 3 levels. In Beginner 3 we will cover chapters 8 to 10 of the textbook.

A paper copy of Nuovo Espresso 1 can be purchased in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm. We will respect social distancing norms as we deliver the book to you. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges apply).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

The course will be delivered IN PERSON at the Italian Cultural Centre. We will follow social distancing protocols during classes. Wearing a mask in Il Centro's spaces is a personal choice. We will be respectful of everyone whether they choose to wear a mask or not.

PLEASE NOTE: the course may be moved to Zoom if Covid-19 restrictions will be put in place or we don't have the minimum number of students.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Intermediate 1  ~  12 weeks course, 30 hours

At this level you are a fairly competent speaker of the Italian language. However, you still need systematic correction in pronunciation, grammatical structures and complex sentence formation by using learning the Imperfetto and Condizionale tenses.

Pre-requisites:

• Present tense and Past tense of regular and irregular verbs
• Reflexive verbs
• Talk about themselves,  family, habits, holidays..

The course will be delivered ONLINE via Zoom, an excellent video conferencing platform with plenty of features such as video/audio sharing and breakout rooms that allow for a fulfilling learning experience.

Nuovo Espresso 2 is the textbook used for Intermediate 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Intermediate 1 we will cover chapters 1 to 4 of the textbook.

A paper copy of  Nuovo Espresso 2 can be purchased in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 10 am to 4 pm. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges must be applied).

The e-book copy can be purchased online: access ALMA Edizioni website www.almaedizioni.it

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.

Description

Intermediate 1 in-person ~ 12 weeks course, 30 hours

In response to the recent rise of cases of Covid-19 due to the emergence of the more transmissible Omicron variant we have decided to put online the most part of our courses in planned in-person, such as Intermediate 1. We hope to offer it in-person during the next Spring Session. Thank you for your understanding.

At this level you are a fairly competent speaker of the Italian language. However, you still need systematic correction in pronunciation, grammatical structures and complex sentence formation by using learning the Imperfetto and Condizionale tenses.

Pre-requisites:

• Present tense and Past tense of regular and irregular verbs
• Reflexive verbs
• Talk about themselves,  family, habits, holidays..

Nuovo Espresso 2 is the textbook used for Intermediate 1, 2 & 3 levels.

In Intermediate 1 we will cover chapters 1 to 4 of the textbook.

A paper copy of Nuovo Espresso 2 can be purchased in person and picked up at our front desk on weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm. We will respect social distancing norms as we deliver the book to you. We can also ship the textbook to you (shipping charges has to be applied).

The course will be offered IN PERSON at the Italian Cultural Centre of Vancouver. PLEASE NOTE: the course may be moved to Zoom if Covid-19 restrictions will be put in place or we don't have the minimum number of students.

Purchase or renewal of the ICC Annual Membership is also available on line.

***Refund policy: No refunds will be given after the first two sessions. Credit shall be granted after this period to be used within one year.  An administration fee of $10.00 will be applied to all credits, $25 fee to all refund. Membership fee and Espresso book are not refundable.