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Language Levels at Habla Ya Language Center
At Habla Ya Language Center we have 6 different levels, from absolute beginners to completely fluent. The levels that you will encounter take into account specific communicative skills: oral expression, listening comprehension, reading and writing skills.
| Habla Ya Language Levels | Student Profile | CEF | Average Duration |
| Survival I | Elementary | A1 | 60 hours |
| Survival II | Beginner | A2 | 60 hours |
| Conversational I | Intermediate | B1 | 60 hours |
| Conversational II | Advanced | B2 | 100 hours |
| Fluent I | Proficient | C1 | 100 hours |
| Fluent II | Superior | C2 | 400 hours |
VIEW COURSE SYLLABUS: CHECKOUT THE CONTENTS OF EACH LEVEL »
The amount of hours that it takes to course each level which is indicated is the proposed amount by the Common European Framework for Languages (CEF). Dedication, hard work, natural skill for language acquisition and practice can reduce the amount of hours it takes to complete each level..
Our Levels System compared to other Language Organisations
| Habla Ya | ACTFL | ALTE | DELE | CEF |
| Fluent II 400 hours |
Superior | Level 5 Good User |
DELE Superior | C2 Mastery |
| Advanced High | Level 4 Competent User | C1+ Proficiency | ||
| Fluent I 100 hours |
Advanced Mid | Level 4 Competent User | DELE Básico | C1 Proficiency |
| Advanced Low | Level 3 Independent User | B2+ Vantage |
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| Conversational II 100 hours |
Intermediate High | Level 3 Independent User | B2 Vantage |
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| Conversational I 60 hours |
Intermediate Mid | Level 2 Threshold | Certificado Inicial | B1 Threshold |
| Intermediate Low | A2+ Waystage | |||
| Survival II 60 hours |
Novice High | Level 1 Waystage | A2 Waystage |
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| Survival 60 hours |
Novice Mid | A1 Waystage |
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| Novice Low | Breakthrough |
Key:
- Habla Ya: Levels at Habla Ya Language Center
- ACTFL: American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
- ALTE: Association of Language Testers in Europe
- CEF: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- DELE: Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera (the exams organised by the Instituto Cervantes)
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Survival I, Elementary Language Level, A1 Description
When you finish this level you will be able to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. You will have the tools to introduce yourself and others and to ask and answer questions about personal details such as where do you live, people you know and things you do. You will be able to interact in a simple way when the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.
FUNCTIONAL & GRAMMATICAL CONTENTS OF OUR ELEMENTARY SPANISH LEVEL »
Survival II, Beginner Language Level, A2 Description
Students that finish this level can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). They can also communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. They will be able to describe in simple terms aspects of their background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need. .
FUNCTIONAL & GRAMMATICAL CONTENTS OF OUR BEGINNER SPANISH LEVEL »
Conversational I, Intermediate Language Level, B1 Description
When you get to finish this level you can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. As well you can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst traveling in an area where the language is spoken. Furthermore, you can produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. And finally, you can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
FUNCTIONAL & GRAMMATICAL CONTENTS OF OUR INTERMEDIATE SPANISH LEVEL »
Conversational II, Advanced Language Level, B2 Description
To be considered at this level you have to be able to understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in your field of specialization. At this level you can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. With security you can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
FUNCTIONAL & GRAMMATICAL CONTENTS OF OUR ADVANCED SPANISH LEVEL »
Fluent I , Proficient Language Level, C1 Description
Students who finish this level can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. In addition they can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. They can also produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.
Fluent II, Superior Language Level, C2 Description
If you have the same abilities of a native speaker, this means that you can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. You are also able to summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. You also have to be able to express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
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