Wake Tech offers a variety of world languages, with levels from beginner to advanced. Friendly teachers, small class sizes and online learning options make getting started easier than ever.
Classes are available for the following languages:
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- German
- Chinese
- Korean
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Arabic
Looking for a private class for your group? We can tailor our courses to meet the unique needs of your business, church, civic or social group.
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World Languages Courses
Translation and Interpretation
Course ID: FLI-3700C2 | Overview
This general course provides students with real-life translating and interpreting practice in a variety of fields. The course addresses the skills required and the tools and technologies used in translation and interpretation. Students will be prepared for further study in the professional-level training programs required for work in most fields. This course is an excellent first step toward a career in translating and interpreting.
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Essential Spanish 1
Course ID: FLI-3717AU2 | Overview
Start learning Spanish - grammar, vocabulary, and culture - in this fun and engaging course, the first in a comprehensive five-part series. No previous Spanish instruction needed! You'll learn expressions for getting acquainted with others in social situations, and talking about schedules, and you'll understand the fundamentals of Spanish pronunciation.
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Essential Spanish 2
Course ID: FLI-3717AT2 | Overview
This course, the second in a comprehensive, five-part series, provides a strong foundation in Spanish grammar and vocabulary. You'll build confidence for engaging in spoken and written Spanish. The course requires completion of homework assignments, participation in class, and practice speaking and reading outside of class. If you're serious about achieving functional fluency in Spanish, this series is for you!
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Essential Spanish 3
Course ID: FLI-3717AX2 | Overview
This is the third part of a five-part, comprehensive series for serious students, ready to make a commitment to study over four semesters. The series establishes a foundation for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, with emphasis on pronunciation, parts of speech, communicative phrases, culture, and skills for language acquisition. Part three covers reflexive verbs, indefinite and negative words, superlatives, irregular preterites, imperfect tense, adverbs, daily routines, food, relationships, and health.
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Essential Spanish 4
Course ID: FLI-3717AW2 | Overview
This is the fourth part of a five-part, comprehensive series for serious students. The series establishes a foundation for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, with emphasis on pronunciation, parts of speech, communicative phrases, culture, and skills for language acquisition. Part four covers reciprocal reflexive verbs, the subjunctive, past participles, more adjectives and pronouns, household chores, the environment, and daily life.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311172 | 07/22/25 - 10/28/25 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 138.00 | 15 | Register |
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Essential Spanish 5
Course ID: FLI-3717AV2 | Overview
This is the final part of a five-part, comprehensive series for serious students. The series establishes a foundation for understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish, with emphasis on pronunciation, parts of speech, communicative phrases, culture, and skills for language acquisition. Part five covers the present, past perfect, future perfect, past subjunctive, and conditional verb tenses; clauses; exercise; the arts; and professional life.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311090 | 06/25/25 - 10/01/25 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 138.00 | 19 | Register |
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Introduction to Korean
Course ID: CSP-4000AS2 | Overview
Are you ready to join over 80 million people already speaking Korean? This beginner’s course is for those who have never studied Korean – or have studied it in the past but not retained it. Focus on reading and writing the language, grammar, syntax, and effective communication.
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Introduction to Korean Part II
Course ID: CSP-4000BG2 | Overview
Take your Korean language skill to the next level with this second in the Introduction to Korean series. Interesting and engaging lessons give you the tools you need to improve your ability to read, write, speak, and listen. Learn specific language functions through dialogues and classroom instruction. Practical topics prepare students for communication in a wide variety of situations for business, personal enrichment, and travel.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311093 | 05/19/25 - 07/28/25 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 132.00 | 17 | Register |
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Spanish Conversation 1
Course ID: FLI-3717Q2 | Overview
Designed for students with some prior knowledge of Spanish, this course will help you develop conversational and reading strategies. The course includes group readings, discussions, dialogues, oral presentations, and role playing. Emphasis is on practical, everyday language, idiomatic expressions, and cultural content; with weekly reviews of grammar and vocabulary, and homework assignments for extra practice and preparation for presentations.
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Spanish Conversation 2
Course ID: FLI-3717P2 | Overview
Develop additional conversational and reading strategies through group discussions, dialogues, oral presentations, and role playing. Emphasis is on practical language, idiomatic expressions and cultural context. The focus of this course is exploring content from the second half of the Vistas text, with a chance to practice through various communication methods.
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Intermediate Conversational Spanish I
Course ID: FLI-3717AS2 | Overview
If you have taken courses in Spanish and want to continue your study, this class is for you. Focus on listening and speaking skills within themed units. Participate actively in class. Grammar and vocabulary review are also included, but class time focuses on productive communication exercises.
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Russian Fundamentals
Course ID: SEF-3001DL2 | Overview
Learn the Russian language in a fun and friendly course that focuses on practical use. Designed for beginning-level students, the course consists of conversational Russian in daily situations, from common workplace terminology to ordering at restaurants and conversing while shopping or vacationing. Lessons focus on vocabulary development, pronunciation, and Russian culture.
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Korean Conversation
Course ID: CSP-4000CE2 | Overview
Having learned vocabulary and grammar, this interactive, intermediate-level course provides the speaking and listening practice you need to take your Korean language to the next level. Along with the textbook, resources from Korean Drama will be used in the course. The emphasis is on practical, everyday Korean language. Students are expected to listen actively and participate in classroom discussions and activities.
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Spanish for Social Services
Course ID: SEF-3001AP | Overview
This self-paced, online course is designed for social workers, counselors, non-profit staff, ministers, and anyone working with Spanish-speakers in an outreach capacity. In addition to basic greetings and general Spanish vocabulary, you’ll learn how to talk about job titles, medical history, feelings, common injuries and emergencies – and the language of outreach visits, social work interactions, interviews, insurance, locations, and agency services.
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Russian Fundamentals Part 2
Course ID: SEF-3001EU2 | Overview
Continue learning the Russian language in a fun and friendly course that focuses on practical use. This course is designed for students who know the Russian alphabet, the main rules of pronunciation and reading, and how to generate basic phrases. The explanatory style of the course is simple and provides numerous examples to illustrate points of grammar as they arise. The course covers essential grammar and conversational components. Students will learn and use Russian phrases from daily situations for business and travel.
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Essential Spanish Intensive
Course ID: FLI-3701D2 | Overview
This year-long, intensive course is for the serious student who is motivated to become fluent in Spanish. It combines all five levels of the popular Essential Spanish series into a twice-weekly class and includes opportunities for practice and interaction with the instructor and classmates. The course begins with lessons (in English) about the basics and proceeds to advanced lessons taught in Spanish. Whether learning Spanish for business, travel, or personal enrichment, students will benefit from this thorough and systematic approach.
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Instant Italian
Course ID: FLI-3718AE | Overview
Learn how to express yourself in Italian! In this course, you’ll read, hear, and practice dialogues using everyday words and learn to communicate in a variety of settings. By the end of the second lesson, you will know the Italian alphabet, phonetics and pronunciation, forms of address, how to make introductions and other polite expressions, and the impact the Italian language has had on the world. You will also learn how to ask for directions or assistance and how to navigate Italian shops, book a hotel room, order a meal, and more!
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Instant Italian
Course ID: FLI-3718BE | Overview
Learn to express yourself in Italian! In this course you’ll read, hear, and practice dialogue with everyday words and learn to communicate in a variety of settings. The course will show you that learning a language is both fun and rewarding.
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Speed Spanish
Course ID: EDU-3001FE | Overview
Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish. This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You will learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you will be able to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. ¡Qué Bueno!
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 312027 | 05/14/25 - 07/04/25 | Online | 77.00 | 16 | Register |
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| 311518 | 07/16/25 - 09/05/25 | Online | 77.00 | 15 | Register |
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Italian Beginning Part 1
Course ID: FLI-3718A2 | Overview
Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 1, where we embark on a delightful journey of linguistic discovery through the enchanting world of Italian language and culture. This is the first of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have little or no prior knowledge of Italian, with the aim of providing you with a solid foundation in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
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Portuguese Beginning Part 1
Course ID: CSP-4000JX2 | Overview
Discover a fun and interactive introduction to basic components of the Portuguese language. Content includes grammar and vocabulary for handling social situations such as introductions, ordering in a restaurant, checking into a hotel, and more. Successful completion of this class provides students with a foundation for learning to communicate in Portuguese.
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Italian Beginning Part 2
Course ID: FLI-3718B2 | Overview
Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 2, where we continue the journey of linguistic discovery through the amazing world of Italian language and culture. This is the second of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have already taken the level 1 course or who have studied some Italian previously. This course continues foundational instruction in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel to Italy for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311736 | 05/13/25 - 07/15/25 | Northern Wake Campus | 77.00 | 13 | Register |
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Italian Beginning Part 3
Course ID: FLI-3718C2 | Overview
Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 3, where we continue the journey of linguistic discovery through the amazing world of Italian language and culture. This is the third of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have already taken levels 1 and 2 or who have studied Italian previously. This course continues foundational instruction in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel to Italy for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
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Italian Beginning Part 4
Course ID: FLI-3718D2 | Overview
Welcome to Italian Beginning Part 4, where we continue the journey of linguistic discovery through the amazing world of Italian language and culture. This is the fourth of four levels of beginner Italian and is designed for those who have already taken levels 1, 2, and 3 or who have studied Italian previously. This course continues foundational instruction in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing Italian and will be taught primarily in Italian. This program is ideal for those interested in travel to Italy for business or pleasure or for anyone interested in learning to communicate in Italian.
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French Beginning Part 1
Course ID: FLI-3714B2 | Overview
Whether you've dreamed of traveling to Paris or simply enjoying a French film without subtitles, this is a great place to start! This first-in-a-series course will introduce you to the language and provide interactive practice sessions to help you express yourself and understand others. The course is ideal for those who have never studied French or have forgotten what they once knew.
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French Intermediate Part 1
Course ID: FLI-3714C2 | Overview
Refine and enhance your ability to communicate in French with this intermediate level course. Learn how to observe social customs in everyday discourse, read authentic texts, and write simple, compound, and complex sentences. The course is ideal for anyone pursuing greater French fluency for business, travel, or personal enrichment.
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Italian Conversation
Course ID: FLI-3718E2 | Overview
Develop conversation skills with practice - in group discussions, dialogues, oral presentations, and role plays. This course emphasizes practical language, idiomatic expressions, and cultural context and is designed to build conversational fluency beyond the basic level. It will benefit anyone learning Italian for business, travel, or personal enrichment.
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Portuguese Beginning Part 2
Course ID: CSP-4000JY2 | Overview
Part 2 in this series offers fun, interactive lessons to help you build confidence and fluency in Portuguese. You'll learn how to communicate in social situations - describing activities, making plans, and expressing feelings and preferences. You'll also learn verb tenses for describing past, present, and future actions.
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French Conversation
Course ID: FLI-3714D2 | Overview
Practice French conversation through guided, themed questions in various topic areas that will vary each time the course is offered. All discussions will be conducted in French, and it is expected that students enrolling in this course already have a foundation in basic grammar as well as a wide range of useable vocabulary. Course content includes instruction in vocabulary, pronunciation, and common expressions.
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Italian Beginning Part 5
Course ID: FLI-3718F2 | Overview
Ready to learn even more Italian? This next level of the Italian Beginning series presents more vocabulary and grammar as well as Italian culture and customs. You’ll be able to use common expressions and more complex grammar structures suitable for travel, business, or personal enrichment. Some of this class will be taught in Italian. Students enrolled in this class should already have a working knowledge of basic grammar and vocabulary.
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Spanish for Medical Professionals
Course ID: FLI-3717WE | Overview
What do you do if a patient needs your help, but you can't understand them? What if you encounter worried family members, but aren't able to reassure them that everything will be fine? Those in the medical field can easily find themselves in such situations, and you want to be prepared. Medical Spanish courses are the perfect solution. This simple and enjoyable Spanish for Medical Professionals course will give you the basic tools you need to bridge the communication gap. With increasing numbers of Spanish-speaking patients entering the healthcare system every year, it's more crucial than ever for health professionals to learn medical Spanish. What's more, adding Spanish skills to your resume can broaden your career horizons and give you an advantage over other healthcare workers. This course skips the "touristy" topics and focuses on the basic medical Spanish phrases you really need to know in a medical setting. Whether you're new to the language or just want a refresher, this medical Spanish class can help you. ¡Vamos! (Let's go!)
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Intermediate Conversational Spanish II
Course ID: FLI-3717AY2 | Overview
Ready for the next steps in Spanish conversation? For students who have had experience with Spanish conversation in classroom or social settings, this course will help take you to the next level. Improve your listening and speaking ability and acquire the vocabulary and grammar you need to speak with confidence.
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French Beginning Part 2
Course ID: FLI-3714E2 | Overview
Take the next step in your journey toward French fluency. This second course in our French Beginning series will motivate, encourage, and assist you with everything you need to take your French language ability to the next level. Students are encouraged to use French throughout the class in a friendly, immersive environment with engaging and interactive practice activities for speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
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French Beginning Part 3
Course ID: FLI-3714F2 | Overview
Continue your journey toward French fluency with this third course in the French Beginning series. Enhance your proficiency by learning how to talk about the past and how to describe daily routines and personality traits. Learn the vocabulary of food and how to read a menu - and much more in this fun, interactive class!
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French Beginning Part 4
Course ID: FLI-3714G2 | Overview
This fourth and final course in the French Beginning series completes the foundation of grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and listening. The course offers advanced French language concepts along with a thorough review of the series to ensure that students are ready for French Intermediate classes. Interactive practice and engaging lessons motivate students to achieve their goals for fluency.
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Introduction to Korean III
Course ID: CSP-4000KC2 | Overview
With engaging lessons and ample opportunity for practice, this third course in the Introduction to Korean series will help you achieve conversational and cultural fluency. The course includes additional instruction and practice with grammar and syntax as well as authentic listening practice. Continue improving all four language skills in a fun and friendly environment.
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Introduction to Korean IV
Course ID: CSP-4000KB2 | Overview
Develop intermediate-level skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in the Korean language. This course includes real-life conversations, writing assignments, and Korean television programs. Upon completion, students will be able to converse, read newspapers, and enjoy television and films in Korean.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311095 | 05/21/25 - 07/23/25 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 122.00 | 17 | Register |
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German Fundamentals Part 1
Course ID: FLI-3715A2 | Overview
Whether you work for a German company, are planning to travel to Germany, or have an interest in German culture, we will help you get started in the right direction with your German language learning. This first class in a series provides the fundamentals of pronunciation, basic vocabulary, and sentence structure. Important cultural insights help you understand how to use the language in a variety of settings. For work, travel, or personal interest, this course is your next step in acquiring the German language.
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Spanish Language and Culture in TV and Film
Course ID: FLI-3717AZ2 | Overview
Watching television programs and movies in Spanish is an excellent way to learn grammar and the subtleties of language that are often missing in traditional textbook-based courses. Whether you’re learning Spanish for business, travel, or personal enrichment, this course will enhance your vocabulary and deepen your understanding of Spanish-speaking countries and people. Each lesson contains a carefully chosen television episode or film clip accompanied by discussion and activities to improve comprehension. Instructional material may change based on the availability of resources. This course may be taken more than once.
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Arabic Foundations Part 1
Course ID: FLI-3719A3 | Overview
Lay a strong foundation in Modern Standard Arabic with this engaging and interactive beginner’s course! You’ll develop essential skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening while building a solid understanding of grammar and vocabulary. Along the way, you’ll also explore key aspects of Arabic culture, enhancing your learning experience. This course emphasizes real communication used in daily life, ensuring you gain both confidence and practical language skills from day one.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311089 | 06/12/25 - 08/07/25 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 77.00 | 19 | Register |
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Arabic Foundations Part 2
Course ID: FLI-3719A2 | Overview
Master the fundamentals of Arabic with part two of this series. This course, for those already familiar with some Arabic, will help you master letter-sound correspondences, basic grammar, sentence construction, and social communication skills. Learn how to converse about family, jobs, dining, and shopping, and learn Arabic in a fun and friendly environment.
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Russian Fundamentals Part 3
Course ID: SEF-3001PY2 | Overview
Enhance your Russian language skills in a relaxed and engaging environment. Designed for learners with a basic foundation in Russian, this intermediate-level course focuses on improving conversational fluency through real-life scenarios, interactive exercises, and cultural insights. Practical dialogues, role-plays, and group discussions will help reinforce grammar and vocabulary while building confidence in everyday communication. This course is ideal for those learning for travel, work, or personal interest.
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311470 | 05/12/25 - 07/07/25 | Western Wake Campus | 119.00 | 6 | Register |
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