World Languages (P2P Certification)

D&E proudly offers a state-of-the-art world language certificate program.

Program Highlights

The World Language P2P (Pathways to Proficiency) program is designed to allow full-time D&E students to develop their skills in a variety of languages in a flexible but supportive environment.  Along with two 1-hour scheduled courses to support student learning, students participate in a mentored program, which includes face-to-face study groups as well as guided online practice and out-of-class informal communications.  Participants may gain an extra 3, 6, 9 or 12 semester hours of credit based on an online assessment.  Students may become certified in any language not their native tongue and that can be tested.

Why get certified in a World Language?

In an increasingly globalized world, proficiency in more than one language is a valued skill set in many fields.   Demonstrable proficiency in a language is often required for some graduate studies.

D&E’s unique program allows motivated students to enjoy an environment in which to improve their proficiency of a language they may have had experience in or are just starting. Students also may use their certification to apply for the Global Seal of Biliteracy.

Certification Program and Coursework

• World Language 100 and 200 coursework to provide support and guidance in learning – 1 hour each
• Certification of Proficiency Level in the following languages:  (Using the STAMP assessment)
• Spanish, German, French  (study groups and guided practice available)
  • Also available per student request: Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian
• Coursework for Spanish Minor:  Open to eligible students who have achieved 12 hours via the P2P certificate
• Advanced Conversation and Composition – 3 hours
• Professional Spanish (course content aligned with student’s major) – 3 hours
• Hispanic Cultures through Movies and Short Stories – 3 hours

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