Foreign Language
Language Focus
International business, increasing immigration, and expanding tourism make language skills more valuable than ever before. Evidence of this 21st century global society is unmistakable in the Dallas area: numerous international companies headquarter in the metroplex, and international business and trade abound.
This certificate is applicable in a wide range of situations - travel, written and oral communication, cultural sensitivity in business situations, and marketable language skills for the workplace.
Length of Training
This 256-hour program enables students to perform at a basic proficiency level, incorporating accurate pronunciation, listening and speaking skills, reading, writing and translating skills. Coursework also explores culture and customs. Students can expect to complete the program in a minimum of four semesters by taking morning, afternoon or evening classes. Students must register and successfully complete at least three courses through Continuing Education at Richland to qualify for certificate.
Certificate Options
| Spanish Certificate | French Certificate |
|---|---|
| Spanish, Beginning (SPAN 1411 & 1412) | French, Beginning (FREN 1411 & 1412) |
| Spanish, Intermediate (SPAN 2311 & 2312) | French, Intermediate (FREN 2311 & 2312) |
| German Certificate | Japanese Certificate |
| German, Beginning (GERM 1411 & 1412) | Japanese, Beginning (JAPN 1411 & 1412) |
| German, Intermediate (GERM 2311 & 2312) | Japanese, Intermediate (JAPN 2311 & 2312) |
| Italian | |
| Italian, Beginning (ITAL 1411 & 1412) | |
| Italian, Intermediate (ITAL 2311 & 2312) | |
| *Courses offerings vary by semester | |
More Information
Whitney Martinez: 972-238-6010
email: WMartinez@dcccd.edu