The Institute for Languages and Cultures of the Americas.
We provide semi-individualized instruction in English and Spanish as second languages, GED preparation training, remedial reading and writing, computer literacy and English and Spanish literacy.
In addition to the classes what other services do you offer? We offer a specialized service of simultaneous translation and interpretation, written translations in French, Spanish., Portuguese, English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Amharic and Russian. Also, we offer cross-cultural communications and cultural diversity training.
Computer Literacy and Technology classes
Application:
Creating documents Searching a document Creating files Page set up Saving a document Importing and exporting text Retrieving a document Printing Preview and printing documents Opening and closing a document Recovering Documents Editing:
Copying text Page numbering Cutting and pasting Auto text set up Selecting text Working with multiple documents Replacing text Changing fonts Use of Rules Adding bullets Tool bar set up Using columns Using headers and footers Changing letter case Page lay out Shades and borders Text Insert Use of Scanners:
Selecting text to be scanned Convert document to Word Turning on scanner Saving document Place page on scanner Printing document Scan document Software installation:
Selection of software My Computer Control Panel
Using templates One liners Automatic formats Blocks, etc. New form Blank sheet
The World Wide Web Downloading information Navigating Sending and receiving E-mail Browsing Attaching text to E-mail documents, etc. Locating a site
Assist students in the development of their linguistic skills:
Assist student to develop the ability to take and pass the GED examination successfully. Courses offered:
Assist students to develop effective studying habits.
Assist students who did not learn to read or write in English or in Spanish in the development of:
| English Skills | Spanish Skills |
| Phonics | Short words Reading exercises |
| Alphabet | Writing new words |
| Recognizing words | Reading phrases |
| Reading new words | Reading sentences |
| Writing new words | Writing phrases & sentences |
Assist students who were not able to complete their elementary or high school education in the development of their mathematical skills. Classes offered:
Assist students who did
not complete their elementary or high school education in the
development of:
| Reading Skills | Writing Skills |
| Comprehension | Spelling exercises |
| Analyzing | Writing words |
| Recognizing | Writing phrases |
| Applying | Writing sentences |
| Evaluating | Writing paragraphs |
| Writing short essays |
1. What does ILCA stand for?
The Institute for Languages and Cultures of the Americas.
2. What does your organization do?
We provide semi-individualized instruction in English and Spanish as second languages, GED preparation training, remedial reading and writing, computer literacy and English and Spanish literacy.
In addition to the classes what other services do you offer? We offer a specialized service of simultaneous translation and interpretation, written translations in French, Spanish., Portuguese, English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Amharic and Russian. Also, we offer cross-cultural communications and cultural diversity training.
3. What does semi-individualized mean?
It means that we provide one teacher for a class of 5-7 students.
4. Is that arrangement for all your programs?
Yes, very much so. In the Spanish classes we have a maximum of 12 students per teacher.
5. What time are most classes held?
English as second languages, GED preparation training, remedial reading and writing, computer literacy and English and Spanish literacy are held in the morning from 9:00AM-12:15PM; in the afternoon from 2:00-5:00PM; and in the evening from 5:00-8:00PM.
6. How are the Spanish classes arranged?
The Spanish classes are arranged to be held twice a week 2 hours each time during a six week-cycle.
7. How many hours are included in a cycle?
24 hours
8. What is the cost of one cycle?
It is $235 including materials.
9. What time are classes held?
Regular classes are held from 6:00PM-7:45 Tuesdays and Thursdays.
10. How often do you offer new Spanish Classes?
Every six weeks.
11. How about the GED?
GED classes are held twice a week in the morning, in English or Spanish. The cost is $235 for a six week cycle.
12. What other programs do you offer?
We also offer individualized instruction in Portuguese and French. The schedule and cost are discussed in person.
Phone:
(202) 637-7065Fax:
(202) 637-7091Mail:
1411 K street, N.W. Suite 500
Washington, D.C. 20005E-Mail:
info@ilcawca.org
This program offers training and batteries test for measuring the bilingual capabilities of professional individuals in different fields to facilitate their marketability and hiring potential.
As our diverse and multilingual population continues to grow and expand so does the need for professional competent bilingual personnel to serve their needs. In response to that need we have designed a series of batteries to test and asses an individual's general knowledge of his field in the second language.
We offer a bilingual certification to individuals with background in teaching, accounting, nursing, secretarial, clerical, police, security, real estate, supervisors, mangers, costumer service, legal assistants, medical and dental assistants, ambulance, hospital workers, counselors, case workers, pastors, church workers, librarians, career guidance, bank tellers and travel agents who meet the knowledge requirements in the following languages:
To register for the program applicants must fill out and submit the application indicating the type of certification desired and the turn around time.
Our president has more than 32 years teaching ESL and setting up programs in the United States and in Latin America.
This program offers training and a complete package including a business plan for setting up public or private second language learning schools or Institutes.
The package guides you through a twelve step process for setting up a successful ESL or Spanish as a second language program.
The business plan helps you to assess the needs and visualize the potential for establishing a successful self sustaining language school or institute.
Our English textbooks series assist students in the development of:
This program offers a complete package including training for setting up affordable bilingual education schools for the children of low and moderate- income families in Latin American countries.
The bilingual education in Latin America
Across the board in Latin america, the bilungual education programs and schools are only for the children of rich and affluent people. The popular bilingual education program is an organized response to the educational plans of the families of low and moderate resources who wish to provide their children a well founded bilingual education. Our purpose is to equip the student from pre-school up to high school with a solid academic foundation with moral values and social skills.
Mission
The mission of the popular bilingual school is to provide an excellent bilingual education reasonably priced and affordable for the children of low and moderate income families.
Our company president has more than 30 years setting up educational programs and ten years consulting and setting up bilingual education schools.