Spanish program
Learning Spanish opens the possibility of accessing new cultures, establishing connections, and unlocking opportunities. As a major global language, it enables communication with millions, enriches travel, enhances career prospects, and broadens your global perspective.
Mastering Spanish is both intellectually and socially rewarding, offering a vibrant view of the world.
CEDEI offers a variety of Spanish-focused programs designed to meet students’ diverse needs and interests. Our goal is to craft personalized programs that align with a student’s unique goals and preferences. We have a five-level Spanish program (level A1-B1) and a three-level conversational Spanish program (level A2-B1). Students take a placement test to determine their specific level, allowing us to address their specific needs.
Spanish tutorials
- Open to anyone; no specific level required
- One-on-one Spanish language instruction (face-to-face or online)
- Recommended minimum 10 class hours
- Customized lessons based on student’s level
- Classes Monday through Friday- Ecuador time GMT -5
- Qualified, Spanish native-speaker teachers
- Direct experience in Latin America through language and culture
- Materials included
- Application form needs to be submitted at least one week in advance
| Cost per hour/ per person | Individual tutorial | Shared tutorial (2 people) |
|---|---|---|
| Online | USD$ 12.00 | USD$ 7.00 |
| Face-to-face | USD$ 15.00 | USD$ 8.00 |
Full Immersion Spanish Program (FISP)
- Two weeks minimum required
- Open to anyone; no specific level needed
- One-on-one Spanish language instruction (20 non-accredited hours per week)
- Materials included
- Homestay with a local family (3 meals per day + laundry + Wifi)
- Weekend guided excursions ( e.g., city tour, Cajas National Park, Ingapirca).
- One Latin dance class per week
- One cooking class
- Two pottery classes
- Welcome Kit (notebook, pen, SIM card, bus card)
- Application form needs to be submitted at least one week in advance
| Weeks | Complete program | Program without homestay |
|---|---|---|
| 02 weeks | USD$2160 | USD$1750 |
| 03 weeks | USD$3185 | USD$2570 |
| 04 weeks | USD$4220 | USD$3390 |
| Extra week | USD$845 | USD$663 |
Spanish Immersion Volunteer Program (SIVP)
- Four-week program
- B1 Spanish level required (low intermediate)
- 80 hours of volunteer work in a local community
- 50 hours non-accredited one-on-one Spanish language instruction: 20 hrs 1st week, 10 hrs 2nd to 4th weeks; materials included
- 04 weeks homestay with a local family (3 meals per day + laundry + Wifi).
- 04 latin dance classes (1 class per week)
- Welcome Kit (notebook, pen, SIM card, bus card)
- 02 Weekend guided excursions (e.g., city tour, Cajas National Park, Ingapirca)
| Weeks | Complete program | Program without homestay |
|---|---|---|
| 04 weeks | USD$3570 | USD$2650 |
| Extra week | USD$825 | USD$625 |
Medical Spanish Program
- Two weeks minimum
- B1 Spanish level required (low intermediate)
- One-on-one Spanish language instruction (20 non-accredited hours per week); materials included
- 16 hours of lectures and visits to local health providers
- 02 weeks of homestay with a local family (3 meals per day + laundry + Wifi).
- Weekend guided excursions ( e.g., city tour, Cajas National Park, Ingapirca).
- Welcome Kit (notebook, pen, SIM card, bus card)
- Application form needs to be submitted at least two months before start date
| Weeks | Complete program | Program without homestay |
|---|---|---|
| 02 weeks | USD$2635 | USD$2250 |
| Extra week | USD$865 | USD$665 |
Spanish Placement Exam
All students interested in enrolling in any of our programs must take the Spanish Placement Exam. This exam assesses your proficiency across the first four language levels offered in our five-level program based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).
- Level 1 – A 1.1/Novice High
- Level 2 – A1.2/Intermediate Low (Intermediate Low)
- Level 3 – A2/Intermediate Middle (Intermediate Mid)
- Level 4 – B1.1/High Intermediate (Intermediate High)
The exam aims to identify your strengths and weaknesses in various Spanish language skills, allowing us to recommend a course that enhances and advances your studies.
- Beginner: This exam assesses proficiency at levels L1 and L2. If you exceed L2, you’ll take the intermediate placement exam.
- Intermediate: This exam evaluates levels L3 and L4. If your proficiency surpasses L4, you may advance directly to Level 5 – B1.2 Advanced Low.
Mastering Spanish is both intellectually and socially rewarding, offering a vibrant view of the world.
CEDEI offers a variety of Spanish-focused programs designed to meet students’ diverse needs and interests. Our goal is to craft personalized programs that align with a student’s unique goals and preferences. We have a five-level Spanish program (level A1-B1) and a three-level conversational Spanish program (level A2-B1). Students take a placement test to determine their specific level, allowing us to address their specific needs.
