What is the DELE and Why do I want it?
DELE stands for "Diploma Español como Lengua Extranjera" (Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language). It is the internationally recognized official accreditation of your level of competence in Spanish issued by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport of Spain. The Instituto Cervantes is the institution in charge of organizing the exams, while the University of Salamanca is in charge of the preparation, correction and final evaluation of all the tests. You can sit for any of the exams at the Spanish Consulate in San Francisco.
The DELE is similar to the TOEFL or Cambridge exams in English. In many cases, you can receive academic credits for having the diplomas from many universities. Not only is it a great opportunity for official recognition of your Spanish language accomplishments, earning the diplomas is a resumé booster and can help to secure better positions in the work force.
How many levels are there?
*This year three levels have been added. Previously there were B1 (inicial), B2 (intermedio) and C2 (superior).
• A1:Beginners proficiency in Spanish.
• A2:Advanced beginners proficiency in Spanish.
• B1:Intermediate proficiency in Spanish.
• B2:Advanced proficiency in Spanish.
• C1 (As of Nov. 2010):Highly advanced proficiency in Spanish.
• C2:Nearly native proficiency in Spanish.
When are the exams?
Saturday, May 22, 2010
**B1 Beginner will be held on Friday, May 21, 2010
Friday, August 20, 2010 (NO SF)
Saturday, November 20, 2010
What is the exam like? What is the preparation course like?
All exams include reading comprehension, writing, listening comprehension, grammar and vocabulary and oral expression. All five parts of the exam are taken on the same day. For more information about the exams: www.dele.org
Our courses focus on preparing you to pass the DELE exams. We will develop and practice specific exam techniques, as well as take and study previous tests. The DELE preparation course will provide you with the skills required to ensure success in the exam. Course Overview
We offer private, semi-private, and small group preparation classes. We'll have you fill out an initial placement test, then during the first week of the course, we'll further fine tune which level of the exam we think you should register for in order to ensure a successful outcome. Let us know what type of class you're interested in and what level you think is right for you according to the descriptions above (also see our levels page).
Currently we have a small group preparing for the B2 level exam in November. You may join at anytime. You may enroll now on-line or continue on below and request more info.
DELE B2 Exam Prep Fridays 5-6pm
