This slower-paced course provides a basic introduction of American Sign Language (ASL) fundamental concepts and functions through a culturally enriched learning environment. Participants learn the basic functioning of fingerspelling and how to introduce themselves through this manually spoken language. No textbook is required. (Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.) 10 hours. $70

This course reinforces all learned concepts from the ASL Beginning course, with greater emphasis on refining grammatical structure, concepts, and discourse through application and analysis of learner objectives. Students begin to interactively engage in signed conversations, as well as acquire more receptive skills. This course is taught primarily voice-off and requires students to be proficient expressively, as well as receptively. Successful completion of this course requires that students pass an expressive and receptive formal evaluation, which will assess their acquired skill-sets. Textbook required. Prerequisite: Durham Tech’s American Sign Language, Beginner certificate or participation in an informal assessment of skill set. 40 hours. $129

This is an introductory course intended for students with little or no knowledge of the language. The class is designed to present essential vocabulary and grammar, and to develop the pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills necessary for basic communication and comprehension. Customs and cultural insights are also presented. (Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.) 24 hours. $85

This introductory course is intended for students with little or no knowledge of the language. Students learn essential vocabulary and grammar to develop the pronunciation, listening, reading, and writing skills necessary for basic communication and comprehension. Customs and cultural insights are also presented. Italiano Essenziale I, Fundamentals of Italian, ISBN 978-1567654349 is the required textbook. 48 hours. $129

This course is a continuation of the introductory-level course featuring increased emphasis on vocabulary enrichment, grammar, and reading comprehension. Students listen, speak, write, and read in Italian in a series of communicative activities. Students expand their knowledge of Italian culture, art, and history, while practicing conversational exchanges to greatly expand their working vocabulary. It is recommended that students have an elementary understanding of Italian or a minimum of two years of exposure to the language. Italiano Essenziale II, ISBN 9781567654356 is the required textbook. 48 hours. $129

Improve your ability to communicate in any situation with this intermediate-level Spanish course that integrates vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation into situational conversations. Conducted mostly in Spanish, this course is designed to increase your confidence in speaking and in understanding others in a business or daily-life setting. During class meetings, students practice communicating about a variety of topics such as art, culture, business, and current events. Intermediate-level fluency is recommended prior to taking this course. Textbook is not required. 24 hours. $74

Spanish is a critically important global language you can use for work, travel, and socializing. With nearly 400 million Spanish speakers worldwide and a growing number in the United States, the ability to speak Spanish may provide you greater job opportunities or aid you in travels abroad. This program is designed for students, adult learners, and working professionals who wish to develop proficiency in Spanish to enhance their academic and career opportunities.

The Beginning Spanish Language Program is for students with a basic level of Spanish language exposure. This college-level, faster-paced course provides students with an integrative approach to language learning. Students focus on pronunciation, diction, grammar, vocabulary, and reading, as well as beginning conversation and writing. ACP Plazas Chapters 1-10, ISBN  978-1-42827-869-1 is the required textbook, and a Spanish/English dictionary is recommended. 70 hours. $184

Learning a second language has become a key educational component for career and personal enhancement in the global economy. This beginning Spanish language course enhances your job opportunities and adds to your scope of intercultural understanding, while developing your skills in communication, reading, writing, and listening. This course is designed for students with no previous experience in Spanish language or whose experience does not make placement in a higher-level Spanish course advisable. Spanish Is Fun Book I, Lively Lessons for Beginners, 4th Edition, ISBN 978-1-56765-815-6is the required textbook. 48 hours. $129

This course is a continuation of the introductory level course featuring increased emphasis on vocabulary enrichment, grammar, and reading comprehension. Spanish Is Fun Book II, Lively Lessons for Advancing Students, 2nd Edition, ISBN  978-1-56765-485-1is the required textbook. 48 hours. $129

This intermediate course provides vocabulary expansion and a review of basic grammatical structures introduced in the beginning levels. Emphasis is on the continued development of language skills through study and discussion. Students continue mastering strategies to improve reading comprehension and writing skills. Students read Más allá de mí by Franscisco Jimenez as a basis for discussion and review. Reading material required. 48 hours. $129

The Advanced Spanish Literature course continues its study of modern Latin American literature by reading El alquimista by Paulo Coelho. Students also continue to work on improving vocabulary with the textbook Practice Makes Perfect: Spanish Vocabulary by Dorothy Richmond. This class is recommended for students who have taken Advanced Spanish Literature VIII; however, any student with advanced reading and communication skills can join this class. (Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.) 48 hours. $144