The FETAC Level 4 Spanish Component Certificate Course for Beginners or near Beginners takes place for 3 hours per week over 8 weeks in Galway, Sligo and Castlebar, Co. Mayo. 24 Hours total classroom.

Courses for Autumn 2011:

• 05/10/11 - 23/11/11 - Ballinode Community College, Sligo - 6:00-9:00pm (Wednesdays)
• February 2012 - Galway, Westside Resource Centre - 6:00-9:00pm (Tuesdays)
• 11/10/11 - 29/11/11 - Castlebar, Mayo Education Centre - 6:00-9:00pm (Tuesdays)

To maximise learning classes are strictly limited to 12 participants on the FETAC Beginners Spanish course in Sligo, Castlebar, Co. Mayo and Galway. The course will also be run in Dublin in January 2012.

FETAC Level 4 Component Certificate in Spanish Language.

The aim of this programme is to give beginners or near-beginners a basic level of language competence in Spanish. The module may be included in a wide range of vocational programmes. Language skills will be developed through broad vocationally related activities. The The emphasis is on building the learners’ confidence through integrating skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

As per FETAC guidelines, this course will cover the following four areas.

• Interpersonal Communication
• Travel and Accommodation
• Food and Drink
• Shopping and Making Purchases

Students will receive handouts, worksheets, texts and exercises to enable them to develop their Spanish language skills appropriate to this level. Learners will develop their Spanish Language skills in the following four core areas as per the FETAC course guidelines:

• Interpersonal Communication
• Travel and Accommodation
• Food and Drink
• Shopping and Making Purchases

Download the full course descriptor from FETAC here to read about the programme content in more detail.

1. To equip students with the tools to form basic sentences using a variety of grammar terms. 
2. To build on and expand existing knowledge within the group. 
3. To enhance confidence in students spoken Spanish. 
4. To develop the ability to use the language effectively for practical communication 
5. To acquire the basic language skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for advancement to further study or into employment 
6. To gain an awareness of the culture and civilisation of countries where the target language is spoken.

Level 3 Certificate, Junior Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.

Assessment for this module takes the following format. The skills demonstration and aural examination will take place on the last day of the course.

• Collection of Work - 40%
• Examination (Aural) - 30%
• Skills Demonstration - 30%

Grading System as per FETAC Guidelines

Pass 50 - 64%
Merit 65 - 79%
Distinction 80 - 100%

All registered students of the course will be contacted before commencing the programme to ensure they are aware of the necessary requirements and to answer any questions they may have. The Learning Curve Institute offers a unique post course support system whereby students are provided with the contact details of the lecturer and are free to contact him/her with any questions they may have or even documents (CVs, Cover Letters, Forms) that they would like the lecturer to help them with after the course has finished.

Students will each be supplied with a hardback notebook, folder and pen for the duration of the course. Students are encouraged to bring a Spanish-English dictionary to every class. No other books are needed as all materials will be supplied by The Learning Curve Institute.

Please contact The Learning Curve Institute on 098 25530 or info@thelearningcurve.ie for more information.