The Associate of Arts in Spanish (AA in Spanish) provides students with a solid foundation of the Spanish language and of the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The courses introduce students to the basics of language so that they gain confidence in reading, writing, and conversing in the Spanish language. Courses present students a variety of texts in different formats and genres to reveal the rich history, customs, and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The Associate of Arts in Spanish provides students with the necessary coursework to transfer to a four-year university where students will have the opportunity to complete a bachelor's or graduate degree in Spanish. Depending on their entry level of Spanish, students can choose to start among the following courses: SPAN 1A, SPAN 1B, or SPAN 2A.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Explain aspects of diverse cultural and global awareness relevant to Spanish speaking countries.
🗸 Speak and convey information with accuracy and pronunciation acceptable to native-speakers of the Spanish language.
🗸 Communicate about common daily topics in Spanish.
🗸 Customize the mode of communication appropriate to specific Spanish speaking audiences.
🗸 Read and demonstrate understanding of the main concepts of a written text, such as newspaper articles and short stories.
🗸 Demonstrate critical thinking skills in relation to intercultural aspects and social global matters.