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Immersion Spanish

ICA (Instituto Central América)

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Course description

ICA offers one-on-one Spanish instruction. Teachers have extensive knowledge of Spanish grammar and years of experience teaching Spanish as a second language. Our course focuses on language immersion and offers activities ranging from grammar to reading comprehension to Guatemalan cultural and historical education, among others. ICA also offers a speciality course that focus on medical Spanish for doctors, nurses, medical students, and practitioners.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
5 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 300 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Quetzaltenango.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 1 student

Student age

Age range 8 - 75 years old
Average 25 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

ICA offers a personalized learning program with one-on-one instruction to students of all levels and ages. Our instructors are professionals with extensive knowledge of grammar and experience with teaching methods, techniques, and activities to apply what you learn in the classroom to the real world. In addition, all of our teachers have received the 'Diploma for Teachers Specialized to Teach Spanish as a Second Language,' given and evaluated by San Carlos University, the Ministry of Education, and the Tourist Institute of Guatemala.

Year opened
1976
Number of classrooms
20

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers
All
Teachers with Spanish teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at ICA (Instituto Central América) varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 25.

ICA teaches students from all over the world, including:

Denmark
25%
Germany
25%
USA
25%
Australia
10%
Canada
5%
Other
10%

School holidays

ICA does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Located in the spectacularly beautiful western highlands of Guatemala, Quetzaltenango, also known as Xela (pronounced "SHAY-la"), is the second largest city in Guatemala. In addition to being one of the oldest cities in Guatemala, Xela is proud to be one of the principal historic centers in Central America, with architecture that dates back to the 18th Century. Quetzaltenango is a charming city bustling with life, but small enough for you to easily get to know.

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Housing

ICA offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Included
weekly
Age range: 18 - 75 years old
Location: In the city center of Quetzaltenango
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Distance to school: 2 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM
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ICA's homestay families have been hosting students for years. Living with a homestay family is a great way to learn more about Guatemalan life and have a home away from home.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue documents to support your visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a visitor or tourist visa on your own.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Quetzaltenango based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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