Spanish Language School
Small Group Immersion Program |
- 5 or fewer students in class
- Classes offered at 12 proficiency levels.
- 4 hours core curriculum plus 2 hours activity per day
- Classes are Monday through Friday - 6 hours per day, 30 hours per week
- Curriculum designed to best benefit the group
- Special topics classes for pre-arranged groups (i.e. teachers, children, health professionals, attorneys, fire/rescue, etc.)
- Excursion each Thursday (optional)
- Fully transferable US college credit through Arizona Western College
The Small Group Immersion Program is the most popular program because of it's dynamics and economics. The main objective of the Small Group Immersion Program is to develop both verbal communication and critical listening skills.
A variety of interactive and hands-on methods are used to cultivate motivation, self-confidence and enjoyment. Success is measured by the student’s ability to complete the communication loop in Spanish.
Class instruction is limited to a maximum of five students. The small group size assures individual participation and allows for personal attention from the instructor.
There are twelve different levels of coursework accommodating everyone from an absolute beginner to a Spanish teacher needing a refresher course. Classes at the various proficiency levels run concurrently.
Proficiency levels are determined both by oral interview and by written exercises. Students tend to be placed in groups based more on their ability to communicate than by the results of the written exercises.
Classes meet Monday through Friday throughout the year from 8:30AM until 2:30 PM.
The first four hours of each day is the core curriculum period. This period consists mainly of exercises and drills focusing on aural comprehension and oral expression. In the afternoon, students change instructors for a two-hour activity period. Dictionaries, verb books and note books are put to the side. Students engage in role playing, songs, board games, presentations and numerous other activities that promote using Spanish to communicate. Special topics and activities are organized around the needs, interests and proficiency levels of the group.
Each Thursday, in lieu of the afternoon activity, an off-campus excursion to a point of interest in Ensenada is coordinated. The excursion is optional. There are typically nominal admission fees to enter some museums and for some tours. These fees are are NOT PART OF THE TUITION. Students should budget accordingly.
Students in the Small Group Immersion Program can study for as short a time as a single week or take courses for 5 and 10 weeks at discount rates. The Baja California Language College is flexible in accommodating your busy schedule.
Tuition Summary
All prices are in US currency and payment must be made in US dollars. The Baja California Language College accepts payment by personal checks, business checks and US or Mexican currency. Payment can also be made by money order.
The Baja California Language College does not accept credit card payments.
| Small Group Immersion Program (SGIP) | |
|---|---|
| Weekly | $329 (30 hrs)M-F |
| Weekend | Available ONLY as Private Immersion Program (Unless exception is made by the Director) |
| Daily | $65 (6 hrs)Weekdays |
| Hourly | $30 |
“The staff at Baja California Language College gives each student all the tools necessary to accomplish their individual goals. If you simply want to brush up on your skills, learn basic conversational skills or become completely fluent, the instructors will adapt your lesson plan to accommodate you.
During my seven months of study, not only did I achieve my goal of becoming fluent, I received something I had never anticipated and something far more valuable. The director, Yoli, and instructors, Dey, Bibiana, Edith, Lupita, Jesus and Reina quickly became a delightful addition to my family. I remain in contact with most via email, etc., and I treasure my entire experience there. I also developed a wonderful appreciation for the city of Ensenada and its population.
The past few years have not been kind to Mexico or its citizens and quite frankly, have been devastating to many businesses which rely on some form of tourism. It's very sad how a news report of some act of unspeakable violence in one city within one state of a vast and beautiful country can destroy a crucial part of Mexico's economy. I have been a resident of this wonderful country since 2004 and live in Rosarito, Baja California. I fell in love with Mexico, its culture and its people long before and for this reason, jumped at the opportunity to make Mexico my home. Attending the Baja California Language College allowed me to become fluent in Spanish and more importantly enriched me as a human being.
I am forever grateful to Keith Rolle for having this program of excellence. If you've been thinking about learning Spanish but have had trepidations because of media reports, please... take it from me: contact Keith and enroll. You will open the door to a wonderful educational experience and when it's all said and done, you may just find yourself leaving with truly beautiful memories that are indeed priceless. This is the only school of its kind in Baja, it's easily accessible, affordable and its reputation is impeccable. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn this beautiful language taught by remarkable, gifted and professional instructors.
If you're reading this you may be saying to yourself, "well, that's sounds good, but really...can you really speak and understand the language?" Fair question. The answer is yes. I now work as an office manager for a large child and adolescent psychiatric group in San Diego and happen to be the only person who speaks and understands Spanish. I translate everything from basic voice mail messages to therapy and psychiatric sessions ensuring the communication is clear to everyone involved. Seeing the relieved and grateful look on a parent's face when I am able to communicate with them in their language about the care and well-being of their child is one of the many rewards of my job. I couldn't have this experience without the wonderful people of the Baja California Language College.”
Hazlo, si se puede! (Do it, yes you can!)
Mary Anne Cox Office Manager-San Diego California Resident Rosartio, BC, Mexico
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