Global Language Solutions “Bilingual people have a competitive edge” —Guy Plastre, The Canadian Modern Language Journal Mastering a new language will enhance your academic, professional and personal future. It’s that simple. The English language programs at the Lingua Center Doral offer valuable learning methods taught using modern, technologically advanced facilities. We will teach you how to learn, how to keep your language skills and how to use them in real life while you familiarize yourself with cultural aspects of the United States. Benefits of learning a new language Individuals: • Expand opportunities globally • Enhance your academic, professional and personal value • Converse with foreigners and locals • Enjoy traveling, culture and diversity Organizations: • Position your organization in the global market • Improve communication, productivity, customer satisfaction and sales • Outperform the competition • Follow safety procedures confidently Why choose Lingua • Live the true American University experience • Track record of success since 1998 • This school is authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students • Granted consecutive awards in the language school category • Intensive English Consists of 18 class hours per week plus unlimited practice • Technology-enhanced classes • Certified, culturally-oriented faculty • Orientation for higher Education • Field trips and support on housing, health insurance and transportation Doral prides itself on being the premier location in South Florida to live, learn and play. Doral has a vibrant and diverse population of over 53,000 residents. This population has grown 77% in the last eight years. That’s no surprise considering Doral’s ideal location right by the Miami International Airport. The City of Doral is a unique community where people of all ages and cultures come together and enjoy so many of the things that make life beautiful. In its short existence as a City, Doral has received numerous accolades from various publications, for instance, Forbes Magazine listed Doral as number two in America’s Top 25 towns to live, for its cultural amenities, pro-business environment, and highly educated workforce. In Doral, there is affordable housing that meets every lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for a nice apartment or townhome, a newer house, or a house in a private gated community, you’ll find it in Doral. Welcome Home! About Lingua Language Center Doral The mission of the Lingua Language Center Doral is to provide effective language education, leading to the mastery of a new language. The Center is devoted to fulfilling the mission of empowering students as well as language service clients with effective communication in English, Spanish, and many languages of the world. Lingua offers quality language education through a proven natural, multisensory approach, delivered by professional educators who utilize engaging materials and technology, ensuring students’ success. Lingua provides this education in an immersive, yet relaxed environment, and in an ethical and professional way. The goals of the Intensive English Program are: • To prepare speakers of other languages to learn, improve and master the English language • To guide international students in a successful transition into American institutions of higher education • To offer key resources to executives and individuals in the enhancement of their professional skills and personal growth. Learning in Doral The strategic location of Lingua Language Center Doral allows our students and their families to enjoy premium education opportunities in the area. Public schools serving Doral are rated by the State of Florida as “A” schools for academic achievement. In addition to several public and private schools, Doral is also home to prestigious institutions of higher education, such as Millennia Atlantic University. Should you be looking to prepare for a higher education degree and, at the same time, enroll your children in excellent schools, Doral has the right choices for you. Our team of dedicated language education specialists is directed by: • Andreina Ojeda, B.A. Modern Languages. M.A. Int’l Studies: President • Erwin Richter, International M.B.A.: General Manager • Ramón Ojeda, M.B.A.: Financial/Marketing Consultant, ROI Business Strategies • Carolyn Hernandez, B.A. Modern Languages, M.P.A.: School Director • Luis Ramirez, A.A. Business Administration: Doral Branch Manager Intensive English 18 class hours (60-minute hours) per week or 24 units of 45 minutes * Classes start every Monday * Minimum age to participate is 15 * Daily Schedule: Morning Schedule: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Afternoon Schedule: Monday through Thursday: 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Additional language programs • Semi-Intensive English - 16 class hours (60-minute hours) per week or 21.33 units of 45 minutes • Part-Time English –12 class hours (60-minute hours) per week or 16 units of 45 minutes • Supplemental Courses (Electives) – 6 class hours (60-minute hours) per week or 8 units of 45 minutes: - English Conversation & Accent Reduction - TOEFL Test Preparation - Business English • Foreign Languages Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, Mandarin... • Customized Language, Corporate Language Customized programs offer a flexible schedule tailored to your proficiency level, learning style, schedule and location. They can focus on General Language, Advanced Academic Skills, Conversation and Accent Reduction, Business or TOEFL Test Preparation, and/or a particular field or foreign language. You may request class discussions and jargon in your fields of interest. Custom classes are offered to small groups, large groups or one-to-one. The curriculum is customized to your specific needs or those of your corporate group or individual executive as requested, whether in the medical, business or technical fields. We will come to your facilities for your convenience or you may come to ours at MAU. An intensive/full immersion customized language program becomes a Language Boot Camp Program (13+ class hours per week). Support services • Orientation for International Students: We will guide you through the entire process of enrollment, from applying for your international F-1student visa to selecting other support services, and ultimately obtaining your Certificate of Proficiency in English. • Transfer to Millennia Atlantic University: You will receive guidance during the process of enrollment into university classes. MAU will assist you in all aspects of enrollment, and advise you on your chosen career path or concentration. • Health Insurance: We have included a link on our website for your convenience. Proof of insurance is required for international students and all students participating in field trips before class start date. • Housing Arrangements: Lingua can assist you in finding accommodations with an American family or in an apartment/hotel. Please contact our office for a list of our housing partners who will take care of all your home-stay, real estate or hotel accommodation needs. • Transportation: Lingua can assist the student with transportation to and from the airport and/or contracting with a car leasing agency (only for students of legal age). Please contact our corporate office by phone or e-mail to make the necessary arrangements. Student life at Lingua Doral • Field Trips: Students are encouraged to participate in the extra- curricular activities held by Lingua Language Center, including field trips to museums, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping centers, sports and cultural events, among others. • Library: Students in the Intensive English Program have access to the University’s Library on campus. • Student Activities: Students in the Intensive English Program benefit from daily interaction with local and foreign university students. They can make a new friend at the University’s Student Lounges, and stroll to a nearby restaurant or shop at a modern shopping center such as The City Place of Doral. • Discounts: Public transportation, the movies, restaurants, shops... • Parking: Offered at no cost to students. • Wi-Fi: Available at no cost all around Lingua Language Center Doral. Certification andaccreditation Lingua Language Center is a school authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrants alien students. The school is also accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training). Special Programs: • All-Inclusive Summer or Winter Packages • Industry-Specialized Customized & Corporate Language Programs • Full-Immersion Customized Language Boot Camp • Official translation of school diplomas and transcripts (not under ACCET accreditation, please visit www.AccreditedTranslation.com) • Children’s Summer Camp & After School nearby Doral (not under ACCET accreditation, please visit www.CampLingua.com) Methodology Lingua’s communicative approach to language training is called Enter-TrainingSM (entertainment and training). Following the principles of neuro-linguistics (multi-sensory practice through visual, auditory and physical activities), Lingua ensures rapid language acquisition for learners at all levels. Learning is We stress • Fast • Knowledge of Key Cultural Nuances • Enjoyable • Immersion & Accelerated Learning Techniques • Relaxed • Learning by Experience • Communicative • Integration of All Language Skills Communication in the language To attain our goals, we use a combination of study occurs through of resources, such as • Dialogues • Games • Role playing • Audio/Video • Oral