# Spanish (Certificate of Achievement (CA))

Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Spanish

Source: https://laspositas.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/102/103/105/107/177/2090/2091/2093/2095

#### Overview

The Certificate of Achievement in Spanish is designed to for students who wish to gain a command of the Spanish language and understand the complex interdependence of the language and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. This certificate is applicable to students who are planning to pursue a Spanish major or minor at a four year college or university. This certificate is also appropriate for students who are currently employed or seeking employment in an area involving the use of Spanish. Students who successfully complete this certificate will be able to use the target language to communicate with Spanish speaking colleagues or customers. Students could include the Certificate on their resume and in a portfolio, indicating a conversational level of Spanish language proficiency.

#### Program Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1.  Analyze and interpret Spanish texts according to their cultural, literary and/or linguistic content.
2.  Demonstrate oral competence in the Spanish language by using correct grammar, vocabulary, and appropriate register.
3.  Demonstrate written competence in the Spanish language by using correct grammar, vocabulary, and appropriate register.
4.  Have a clear understanding of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.

##### **Spanish (CA): Program Requirements**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Core: (21-23 Units)** | |  |
| SPAN 1A | Beginning Spanish | 5 |
| SPAN 1B | Elementary Spanish | 5 |
| SPAN 2A | Intermediate Spanish I | 4 |
| or SPAN 21 | Spanish for Spanish Speakers I | 5 |
| SPAN 2B | Intermediate Spanish II | 4 |
| or SPAN 22 | Spanish for Spanish Speakers II | 5 |
| SPAN 23 | Introduction to Hispanic Literature | 3 |
| **Total** | | **21-23** |