Wake Tech offers a variety of world languages, with levels from beginner to advanced. Friendly teachers, small class sizes and online learning options make getting started easier than ever.
Classes are available for the following languages:
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Watching television programs and movies in Spanish is an excellent way to learn grammar and the subtleties of language that are often missing in traditional textbook-based courses. Whether you’re learning Spanish for business, travel, or personal enrichment, this course will enhance your vocabulary and deepen your understanding of Spanish-speaking countries and people. Each lesson contains a carefully chosen television episode or film clip accompanied by discussion and activities to improve comprehension. Instructional material may change based on the availability of resources. This course may be taken more than once.
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This year-long, intensive course is for the serious student who is motivated to become fluent in Spanish. It combines all five levels of the popular Essential Spanish series into a twice-weekly class and includes opportunities for practice and interaction with the instructor and classmates. The course begins with lessons (in English) about the basics and proceeds to advanced lessons taught in Spanish. Whether learning Spanish for business, travel, or personal enrichment, students will benefit from this thorough and systematic approach.
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Ready for the next steps in Spanish conversation? For students who have had experience with Spanish conversation in classroom or social settings, this course will help take you to the next level. Improve your listening and speaking ability and acquire the vocabulary and grammar you need to speak with confidence.
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If you have taken courses in Spanish and want to continue your study, this class is for you. Focus on listening and speaking skills within themed units. Participate actively in class. Grammar and vocabulary review are also included, but class time focuses on productive communication exercises.
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This is the final part of a five-part, comprehensive series for serious students. The series establishes a foundation for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, with emphasis on pronunciation, parts of speech, communicative phrases, culture, and skills for language acquisition. Part five covers the present, past perfect, future perfect, past subjunctive, and conditional verb tenses; clauses; exercise; the arts; and professional life.
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298184 | Off Campus Facilities | Alvarez | 138.00 | 16 | Register |
This is the fourth part of a five-part, comprehensive series for serious students. The series establishes a foundation for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, with emphasis on pronunciation, parts of speech, communicative phrases, culture, and skills for language acquisition. Part four covers reciprocal reflexive verbs, the subjunctive, past participles, more adjectives and pronouns, household chores, the environment, and daily life.
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This is the third part of a five-part, comprehensive series for serious students, ready to make a commitment to study over four semesters. The series establishes a foundation for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, with emphasis on pronunciation, parts of speech, communicative phrases, culture, and skills for language acquisition. Part three covers reflexive verbs, indefinite and negative words, superlatives, irregular preterites, imperfect tense, adverbs, daily routines, food, relationships, and health.
This course, the second in a comprehensive, five-part series, provides a strong foundation in Spanish grammar and vocabulary. You'll build confidence for engaging in spoken and written Spanish. The course requires completion of homework assignments, participation in class, and practice speaking and reading outside of class. If you're serious about achieving functional fluency in Spanish, this series is for you!
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300834 | Off Campus Facilities | Lopez | 138.00 | 20 | Register |
Start learning Spanish - grammar, vocabulary, and culture - in this fun and engaging course, the first in a comprehensive five-part series. No previous Spanish instruction needed! You'll learn expressions for getting acquainted with others in social situations, and talking about schedules, and you'll understand the fundamentals of Spanish pronunciation.
Acquire the Spanish language skills you need for communicating on a construction job site. Lessons include practical, non-academic methods that are ideal for construction supervisors and their employees. Participants will practice speaking and listening to Spanish commands, expressions, and vocabulary essential to the workplace.
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Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish. This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You will learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you will be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. ¡Qué Bueno!
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298797 | Online | EDUCATION TO GO | 77.00 | 9 | Register | ||
300357 | Online | EDUCATION TO GO | 77.00 | 18 | Register |
¡Bienvenidos! Are you ready to elevate your Spanish to the intermediate level? This course is the first in a series of three and is designed to build upon the foundations of basic Spanish in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. En esta clase hablamos español. Prepare to immerse yourself in interactive activities and discussions, fostering the confidence to communicate fluently in real-life situations.
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Develop additional conversational and reading strategies through group discussions, dialogues, oral presentations, and role playing. Emphasis is on practical language, idiomatic expressions and cultural context. The focus of this course is exploring content from the second half of the Vistas text, with a chance to practice through various communication methods.
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Designed for students with some prior knowledge of Spanish, this course will help you develop conversational and reading strategies. The course includes group readings, discussions, dialogues, oral presentations, and role playing. Emphasis is on practical, everyday language, idiomatic expressions, and cultural content; with weekly reviews of grammar and vocabulary, and homework assignments for extra practice and preparation for presentations.
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¡Bienvenidos! Are you ready to elevate your Spanish to the intermediate level? This course is the second in a series of three and is designed to build upon the foundations of basic Spanish in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. En esta clase hablamos español. Prepare to immerse yourself in interactive activities and discussions, fostering the confidence to communicate fluently in real-life situations.
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
Watching television programs and movies in Italian is an excellent way to learn grammar and the subtleties of language that are often missing in traditional textbook-based courses. Whether you’re learning Italian for business, travel, or personal enrichment, this course will enhance your vocabulary and deepen your understanding of Italian culture and customs. Each lesson contains a carefully chosen television episode or film clip accompanied by discussion and activities to improve comprehension and speaking ability. Instructional material may change based on the availability of resources. This course may be taken more than once.
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
Ready to learn even more Italian? This next level of the Italian Beginning series presents more vocabulary and grammar as well as Italian culture and customs. You’ll be able to use common expressions and more complex grammar structures suitable for travel, business, or personal enrichment. Some of this class will be taught in Italian. Students enrolled in this class should already have a working knowledge of basic grammar and vocabulary.
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Develop conversation skills with practice - in group discussions, dialogues, oral presentations, and role plays. This course emphasizes practical language, idiomatic expressions, and cultural context and is designed to build conversational fluency beyond the basic level. It will benefit anyone learning Italian for business, travel, or personal enrichment.
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Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 4, where we continue the journey of linguistic discovery through the amazing world of Italian language and culture. This is the fourth of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have already taken levels 1, 2, and 3 or who have studied Italian previously. This course continues foundational instruction in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing Italian and will be taught primarily in Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel to Italy for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
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Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 3, where we continue the journey of linguistic discovery through the amazing world of Italian language and culture. This is the third of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have already taken levels 1 and 2 or who have studied Italian previously. This course continues foundational instruction in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel to Italy for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
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Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 2, where we continue the journey of linguistic discovery through the amazing world of Italian language and culture. This is the second of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have already taken the level 1 course or who have studied some Italian previously. This course continues foundational instruction in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel to Italy for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
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Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 1, where we embark on a delightful journey of linguistic discovery through the enchanting world of Italian language and culture. This is the first of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have little or no prior knowledge of Italian, with the aim of providing you with a solid foundation in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
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298112 | Off Campus Facilities | Makasi | 77.00 | 2 | Register |
Learn to express yourself in Italian! In this course you’ll read, hear, and practice dialogue with everyday words and learn to communicate in a variety of settings. The course will show you that learning a language is both fun and rewarding.
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Learn how to express yourself in Italian! In this course, you’ll read, hear, and practice dialogues using everyday words and learn to communicate in a variety of settings. By the end of the second lesson, you will know the Italian alphabet, phonetics and pronunciation, forms of address, how to make introductions and other polite expressions, and the impact the Italian language has had on the world. You will also learn how to ask for directions or assistance and how to navigate Italian shops, book a hotel room, order a meal, and more!
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298792 | Online | EDUCATION TO GO | 77.00 | 16 | Register |
With engaging lessons and ample opportunity for practice, this third course in the Introduction to Korean series will help you achieve conversational and cultural fluency. The course includes additional instruction and practice with grammar and syntax as well as authentic listening practice. Continue improving all four language skills in a fun and friendly environment.
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299026 | RTP Campus | Kang | 132.00 | 15 | Register |
Develop intermediate-level skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the Korean language. This course includes real-life conversations, writing assignments, and Korean television programs. Upon completion, students will be able to converse, read newspapers, and enjoy television and films in Korean.
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Take your Korean language skill to the next level with this second in the Introduction to Korean series. Interesting and engaging lessons give you the tools you need to improve your ability to read, write, speak, and listen. Learn specific language functions through dialogues and classroom instruction. Practical topics prepare students for communication in a wide variety of situations for business, personal enrichment, and travel.
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299028 | Off Campus Facilities | Kang | 132.00 | 12 | Register |
Are you ready to join over 80 million people already speaking Korean? This beginner’s course is for those who have never studied Korean – or have studied it in the past but not retained it. Focus on reading and writing the language, grammar, syntax, and effective communication.
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299030 | Off Campus Facilities | Kang | 132.00 | 13 | Register | ||
299029 | Off Campus Facilities | Kang | 132.00 | 17 | Register |
Having learned vocabulary and grammar, this interactive, intermediate-level course provides the speaking and listening practice you need to take your Korean language to the next level. Along with the textbook, resources from Korean Drama will be used in the course. The emphasis is on practical, everyday Korean language. Students are expected to listen actively and participate in classroom discussions and activities.
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This fourth and final course in the French Beginning series completes the foundation of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and listening. The course offers advanced French language concepts along with a thorough review of the series to ensure that students are ready for French Intermediate classes. Interactive practice and engaging lessons motivate students to achieve their goals for fluency.
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Continue your journey toward French fluency with this third course in the French Beginning series. Enhance your proficiency by learning how to talk about the past and how to describe daily routines and personality traits. Learn the vocabulary of food and how to read a menu - and much more in this fun, interactive class!
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Whether you've dreamed of traveling to Paris or simply enjoying a French film without subtitles, this is a great place to start! This first-in-a-series course will introduce you to the language and provide interactive practice sessions to help you express yourself and understand others. The course is ideal for those who have never studied French or have forgotten what they once knew.
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Take the next step in your journey toward French fluency. This second course in our French Beginning series will motivate, encourage, and assist you with everything you need to take your French language ability to the next level. Students are encouraged to use French throughout the class in a friendly, immersive environment with engaging and interactive practice activities for speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
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Practice French conversation through guided, themed questions in various topic areas that will vary each time the course is offered. All discussions will be conducted in French, and it is expected that students enrolling in this course already have a foundation in basic grammar as well as a wide range of useable vocabulary. Course content includes instruction in vocabulary, pronunciation, and common expressions.
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Refine and enhance your ability to communicate in French with this intermediate level course. Learn how to observe social customs in everyday discourse, read authentic texts, and write simple, compound, and complex sentences. The course is ideal for anyone pursuing greater French fluency for business, travel, or personal enrichment.
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Part 2 in this series offers fun, interactive lessons to help you build confidence and fluency in Portuguese. You'll learn how to communicate in social situations - describing activities, making plans, and expressing feelings and preferences. You'll also learn verb tenses for describing past, present, and future actions.
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Discover a fun and interactive introduction to basic components of the Portuguese language. Content includes grammar and vocabulary for handling social situations such as introductions, ordering in a restaurant, checking into a hotel, and more. Successful completion of this class provides students with a foundation for learning to communicate in Portuguese.
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Learn the Russian language in a fun and friendly course that focuses on practical use. Designed for beginning-level students, the course consists of conversational Russian in daily situations, from common workplace terminology to ordering at restaurants and conversing while shopping or vacationing. Lessons focus on vocabulary development, pronunciation, and Russian culture.
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300417 | Western Wake Campus | Borovikova | 119.00 | 14 | Register |
Continue learning the Russian language in a fun and friendly course that focuses on practical use. This course is designed for students who know the Russian alphabet, the main rules of pronunciation and reading, and how to generate basic phrases. The explanatory style of the course is simple and provides numerous examples to illustrate points of grammar as they arise. The course covers essential grammar and conversational components. Students will learn and use Russian phrases from daily situations for business and travel.
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300418 | Western Wake Campus | Borovikova | 119.00 | 15 | Register |
Whether you work for a German company, are planning to travel to Germany, or have an interest in German culture, we will help you get started in the right direction with your German language learning. This first class in a series provides the fundamentals of pronunciation, basic vocabulary, and sentence structure. Important cultural insights help you understand how to use the language in a variety of settings. For work, travel, or personal interest, this course is your next step in acquiring the German language.
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This general course provides students with real-life translating and interpreting practice in a variety of fields. The course addresses the skills required and the tools and technologies used in translation and interpretation. Students will be prepared for further study in the professional-level training programs required for work in most fields. This course is an excellent first step toward a career in translating and interpreting.
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Explore the skills necessary to become an interpreter and/or translator. Students will learn the difference between being an interpreter and a translator and have the opportunity to assess their language skills for either industry. They will understand the necessity of cultural awareness and discuss idioms, terminology, dialects and slangs and their importance. This course will provide knowledge, guidance and direction for the next step in your interest of becoming an interpreter or a translator.
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Ready to learn Chinese? This is the first in a series designed to develop conversational, reading, and writing skills. Each class is developed around a theme emphasizing everyday life experiences while integrating aspects of the Chinese language and culture.
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Learning basic French phrases will go a long way to making your next trip to France or French-speaking countries successful. The course focuses on the vacation traveler but is also appropriate for business travelers and those planning short-term residence (exchange students, professionals on job assignment, etc.). You will learn basic travel/survival French in the context of thematic lessons. The focus of the course is on France; other aspects of French life will be covered as well.
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Continue learning French with this beginner-level course, part two of a four-part introductory French series. The course is designed for those who have already studied basic French and focuses on reading, writing, grammar, and syntax. Students will have the opportunity to communicate in French from the start.
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Continue working on the Spanish you need for communicating clearly and appropriately on the construction site. In the second course in this two-part series, you’ll learn practical language that can be used immediately. The course also includes important cultural information that will help you use the language effectively in the workplace.
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What do you do if a patient needs your help, but you can't understand them? What if you encounter worried family members, but aren't able to reassure them that everything will be fine? Those in the medical field can easily find themselves in such situations, and you want to be prepared. Medical Spanish courses are the perfect solution. This simple and enjoyable Spanish for Medical Professionals course will give you the basic tools you need to bridge the communication gap. With increasing numbers of Spanish-speaking patients entering the healthcare system every year, it's more crucial than ever for health professionals to learn medical Spanish. What's more, adding Spanish skills to your resume can broaden your career horizons and give you an advantage over other healthcare workers. This course skips the "touristy" topics and focuses on the basic medical Spanish phrases you really need to know in a medical setting. Whether you're new to the language or just want a refresher, this medical Spanish class can help you. ¡Vamos! (Let's go!)
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This self-paced, online course is designed for social workers, counselors, non-profit staff, ministers, and anyone working with Spanish-speakers in an outreach capacity. In addition to basic greetings and general Spanish vocabulary, you’ll learn how to talk about job titles, medical history, feelings, common injuries and emergencies – and the language of outreach visits, social work interactions, interviews, insurance, locations, and agency services.
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Attention movie lovers! This immersion course is an excellent way to learn and practice Spanish conversation and comprehension skills. In each class you will view a Spanish film with English subtitles, then discuss it in Spanish. The course is designed for students with an average knowledge of Spanish.
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¡Bienvenidos! Are you ready to elevate your Spanish to the intermediate level? This course is the third in a series of three and is designed to build upon the foundations of basic Spanish in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. En esta clase hablamos español. Prepare to immerse yourself in interactive activities and discussions, fostering the confidence to communicate fluently in real-life situations.
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Reading Spanish literature and watching films can be fun! This is the first course in a series for advanced Spanish students. Each lesson contains a thematically linked full-length or short film and three to four carefully chosen reading passages from well-known literary authors. The genres of these passages include short stories, poems, plays, and essays. You will develop critical thinking skills through activities that promote efficient viewing, comprehension, and discussion of films, and literary selections. You will also explore literary and film techniques, and in-depth analysis and interpretations. Focus on developing writing skills by using exercises that ask you to synthesize cultural information presented in the lesson’s selections. Films and essays are suggested for this class, but may change based on the instructor's choice and the availability of materials.
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