Adult Chinese Language Classes
Summer 2024 Registration is Now Open!
Classes start on July 15, 2024!
Register by June 10 to receive $30 discount off tuition!
China Institute’s immersive group classes, led by experienced language teachers, offer a wide range of Chinese language courses at every proficiency level, from beginner to advanced. Our feature courses include but are not limited to Chinese literature, Classical Chinese, and Chinese philosophy, among many others.
This Summer, China Institute will provide both IN-PERSON and ONLINE learning options. In-person classes will be offered at CI and online classes will be via Zoom. Watch a clip of our online class.
Please note:
- Textbooks are not included in the tuition fee.
- We run small-sized classes. Registration will be closed when a class is full.
- Class schedules are subject to change. A class will be canceled if registration is low.
Contact us today for any questions regarding classes!
Summer 2024 Course Listing
Classes Start the Week of July 15, 2024
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This course is designed for absolute beginners with little or no knowledge of Chinese Mandarin. This class will introduce the phonics of Chinese Mandarin, sounds and tones, using the pinyin Romanization system. Upon completion, students will be expected to establish a solid foundation in Chinese pronunciation (initials, vowels and most importantly, the tones). In addition, students will easily master about 80 basic Chinese characters, most of which are very commonly used to construct other characters. Students are also expected to be able to conduct short daily conversations, including greetings, expressing gratitude, and introducing oneself and others, etc.
The textbook required for this course is Road to Success: Threshold.
[Online Class] Monday & Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
July 15 – August 14
[In-Person Class] Monday & Wednesday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
July 15 – August 14
10 sessions (20 hours)
$485 member / $525 non-member
(plus a $30 non-refundable registration fee)
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This class will continue to build on the pronunciation and tones taught in Beginning Chinese 101. In addition, this course will cover the topics of making acquaintances, describing oneself, making appointments, discussing everyday situations, asking various types of questions, making suggestions or comments, etc.
The textbook required for this course is Road to Success: Lower Elementary, Vol.1. (Lessons 1-6)
*Upon completion of this level, students may be eligible to take the HSK 1.
Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
July 16 – August 15
10 sessions (20 hours)
$485 member / $525 non-member
(plus a $30 non-refundable registration fee)
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This class will continue to introduce new vocabulary and sentence patterns. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to communicate about daily necessities, including shopping, making a purchase, and going to the bank, among many others.
The textbook required for this course is Road to Success: Lower Elementary, Vol.1 (Lessons 7-12).
*Upon completion of this level, students may be eligible to take the HSK 2.
Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
July 16 – August 15
10 sessions (20 hours)
$485 member / $525 non-member
(plus a $30 non-refundable registration fee)
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Following Heritage Chinese Beginner I, this course is designed specifically for heritage Chinese students who possess speaking skills but limited reading and writing skills in Chinese. More complex and functional vocabulary words, sentence patterns and systemic review of grammar will be practiced through reading texts on various cultural topics. Writing is also an important part of the training in this class.
The textbook required for this course is Contemporary Chinese for Heritage Learners: An Introductory Text, Simplified Character Version, 2nd Edition, L9 – 14.
Monday & Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
July 15 – August 14
10 sessions (20 hours)
$485 member / $525 non-member
(plus a $30 non-refundable registration fee)
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This conversational course provides optimal opportunities for students to acquire better speaking skills in Chinese with an emphasis on natural, colloquial usage of the language. It is designed for students who have completed higher beginner classes (Levels 103 & 104) in our Chinese classes or at an equivalent proficiency level but wish to advance their conversation skills. This class is highly conversational, interactive, and communicative.
NO textbook is required to purchase for this class. Materials will be provided in class.
Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
July 15 – August 12
5 sessions (10 hours)
$250 member / $290 non-member
(plus a $30 non-refundable registration fee)
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This conversational course provides optimal opportunities for students to acquire better speaking skills in Chinese with an emphasis on natural, colloquial usage of the language. It is designed for students who have completed higher beginner classes (Levels 105 &106) in our Chinese classes or at an equivalent proficiency level but wish to advance their conversation skills. This class is highly conversational, interactive, and communicative.
NO textbook is required to purchase for this class. Materials will be provided in class.
Wednesday, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
July 17 – August 14
5 sessions (10 hours)
$250 member / $290 non-member
(plus a $30 non-refundable registration fee)