Schedule:
- Monday Nights at 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Eastern Time
- 12 Weeks | 2 Hours per Week | Total 24 Hours
This is not your typical Spanish class. This program is specifically designed for HR professionals, managers, and supervisors who want to excel in their roles by acquiring the Spanish language skills necessary for effective workplace communication. In today’s diverse workforce, the ability to communicate with Spanish-speaking employees is essential for fostering trust, engagement, and understanding. This program focuses on practical, real-world applications of Spanish that directly enhance professional effectiveness in areas such as employee relations, internal investigations, and workplace compliance.
This course serves as the foundation for a comprehensive Spanish language learning journey tailored to HR professionals, managers, and supervisors. As the introductory level, it equips participants with essential communication tools to address basic workplace interactions.
In today’s workplace, bilingualism is no longer just an advantage—it’s becoming a necessity. The U.S. workforce is increasingly diverse, and Spanish is the second most spoken language in the country. For HR professionals, managers, and supervisors, the ability to communicate in Spanish isn’t just about breaking language barriers; it’s about building trust, promoting inclusivity, and leading with confidence.
Acquiring a second language, particularly one as widely spoken as Spanish, is more than a skill—it’s a career advantage. For HR professionals and leaders, it’s the key to unlocking effective communication, building stronger relationships, and ensuring that all employees, regardless of language, feel valued and included. This program empowers participants to lead with confidence in a multilingual workforce, bridging gaps and creating workplaces that thrive through connection and collaboration. By completing this program, you will position yourself as an indispensable leader who truly understands the needs of a diverse team, all while boosting your career and driving organizational success.
For those seeking to deepen their fluency and expand their skills, we also offer two additional course levels: Intermediate Spanish for HR Professionals and Advanced Spanish for HR Professionals, each building on the knowledge gained in the previous level. These progressive courses ensure a seamless pathway for continued learning, empowering participants to confidently handle more complex conversations and challenges in diverse workplace environments.
Why Attend This Training Program
- Practical and Custom-Tailored Content: Unlike general Spanish classes, these programs are specifically designed for HR professionals, managers, and supervisors, ensuring that every lesson directly applies to workplace scenarios.
- Real-World Applications: Participants will gain the skills to navigate employee relations, handle HR processes, lead meetings, and create inclusive environments.
- Increased Career Opportunities: Bilingual professionals are in high demand. By mastering Spanish, participants can unlock higher earning potential, new roles, and leadership opportunities.
- Cultural Intelligence: The programs go beyond language by teaching cultural nuances, fostering stronger relationships with Spanish-speaking employees, and avoiding miscommunication in sensitive situations.
- Certificate of Completion: Each level includes a professional certificate, showcasing participants’ skills and boosting their resumes.
Objectives:
- Build foundational Spanish vocabulary and phrases specific to HR, management, and supervision.
- Learn basic grammar and sentence structures for everyday workplace communication.
- Develop confidence in conducting simple conversations with Spanish-speaking employees.
- Understand cultural nuances to foster inclusive communication in diverse workplaces.
Audience:
- HR professionals, managers, and supervisors with little to no prior knowledge of Spanish.
- Professionals seeking to enhance their ability to engage with Spanish-speaking employees in basic workplace scenarios.
Week-by-Week Breakdown:
Week 1: Introduction to Spanish for the Workplace
- Overview of program objectives and expectations.
- Spanish pronunciation basics (vowels, consonants, accents).
- Simple greetings and farewells (e.g., “Buenos días,” “Adiós”).
- Common workplace phrases for introductions.
- Practice: Role-playing basic greetings in HR settings.
Week 2: Numbers, Dates, and Time Expressions
- Counting in Spanish: numbers 1-100 and beyond.
- Days of the week, months, and seasons.
- Telling time: “¿Qué hora es?” (What time is it?).
- Practice: Scheduling shifts or appointments in Spanish.
Week 3: Workplace Vocabulary Essentials
- Departments, roles, and workplace locations (e.g., oficina, fábrica).
- Vocabulary for common objects (e.g., escritorio, computadora, teléfono).
- Practice: Identifying workplace items and locations using flashcards.
Week 4: HR Basics: Contracts, Payroll, and Benefits
- Key HR terms (e.g., contrato, salario, beneficios).
- Phrases for explaining basic benefits and pay structures.
- Practice: Simulated conversations explaining a paycheck in Spanish.
Week 5: Onboarding and Orientation Language
- Welcoming new hires: common phrases.
- Explaining job roles and basic workplace policies.
- Practice: Conducting a simple orientation in Spanish.
Week 6: Introduction to Common Verbs
- High-frequency verbs: ser, estar, tener, hacer, necesitar.
- Forming simple sentences: subject-verb agreement.
- Practice: Writing and speaking simple sentences about workplace activities.
Week 7: Expressing Courtesy and Giving Instructions
- Phrases for politeness and respect in the workplace (e.g., “Por favor,” “Gracias”).
- Giving simple commands (e.g., “Por favor, firme aquí”).
- Practice: Scenarios for providing polite instructions.
Week 8: Discussing Schedules and Workplace Safety
- Vocabulary for shifts and scheduling (e.g., turno, horario).
- Basic safety terms (e.g., casco, emergencia).
- Practice: Creating a simple schedule and reviewing safety protocols in Spanish.
Week 9: Cultural Awareness in the Workplace
- Introduction to Spanish-speaking cultures and workplace norms.
- Understanding cultural sensitivities and common workplace behaviors.
- Practice: Discussing customs and traditions with employees.
Week 10: Asking and Answering Basic Questions
- Forming yes/no questions and information questions (e.g., “¿Dónde está?”).
- Practice: Mock Q&A sessions based on workplace scenarios.
Week 11: Workplace Expectations and Feedback
- Vocabulary for performance and expectations (e.g., metas, trabajo en equipo).
- Practice: Providing basic feedback in Spanish.
Week 12: Final Review and Assessment
- Comprehensive review of all topics covered.
- Final role-playing exercise: Conducting a full conversation with a Spanish-speaking employee.
- Participant feedback and certificate distribution.
