Schedule:
- Monday Nights at 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Eastern Time
- 36 Weeks | 2 Hours per Week | Total 72 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 complete, all-in-one course is a comprehensive program that integrates all three levels of Spanish learning—Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced—into a single, cohesive learning experience. It takes participants from foundational skills, through conversational fluency, to mastering complex workplace interactions, providing the tools necessary for professional success in a multilingual environment.
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.
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.
- Build on foundational skills to conduct meaningful workplace conversations.
- Expand vocabulary to include intermediate HR and managerial terms.
- Learn to handle workplace situations like performance feedback, conflict resolution, and scheduling.
- Strengthen listening comprehension and cultural fluency.
- Achieve fluency in complex workplace conversations and HR processes.
- Master advanced vocabulary for compliance, policies, and leadership.
- Develop cultural intelligence to navigate sensitive situations with professionalism.
- Prepare to lead HR initiatives or team meetings in Spanish.
Audience:
- HR professionals, managers, and supervisors with little to no prior knowledge of Spanish that would like to attain mastery of the language
- Professionals seeking to enhance their ability to engage with Spanish-speaking employees from basic all the way to advanced situations
Week-by-Week Breakdown:
Introductory Spanish
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.
Intermediate Spanish
Week 13: Grammar Review and Intermediate Vocabulary
- Recap of basic grammar: subject-verb agreement, present tense.
- Introduction to intermediate workplace vocabulary: equipment, processes.
- Practice: Translating basic workplace forms into Spanish.
Week 14: Discussing Performance and Feedback
- Vocabulary for performance reviews (e.g., evaluación, progreso).
- Phrases for constructive feedback (e.g., “Necesitas mejorar en…”).
- Practice: Simulating performance review discussions in Spanish.
Week 15: Handling Workplace Conflicts
- Phrases for mediating conflicts (e.g., “Vamos a resolver esto juntos”).
- Vocabulary for emotions and conflict resolution.
- Practice: Role-playing conflict resolution scenarios.
Week 16: Scheduling and Task Assignment
- Vocabulary for assigning tasks and managing schedules.
- Practice: Drafting and presenting schedules in Spanish.
Week 17: Addressing Employee Concerns
- Vocabulary for complaints and concerns (e.g., problema, solución).
- Practice: Handling employee questions or concerns in Spanish.
Week 18: Workplace Safety and Compliance
- Intermediate safety vocabulary (e.g., equipo de protección, reglamentos).
- Practice: Conducting a safety briefing in Spanish.
Week 19: Cultural Contexts in HR
- Deep dive into cultural norms and sensitivities.
- Practice: Discussing workplace expectations with cultural awareness.
Week 20: HR Forms and Processes
- Translating and explaining key HR documents in Spanish.
- Practice: Walking an employee through onboarding paperwork.
Week 21: Advanced Scenarios
- Vocabulary and phrases for addressing complex workplace issues.
- Practice: Mock conversations involving HR investigations.
Week 22: Benefits and Payroll Discussions
- Vocabulary for benefits and compensation.
- Practice: Explaining benefits packages in Spanish.
Week 23: Conducting Interviews and Training
- Interviewing vocabulary and phrases (e.g., experiencia, habilidades).
- Practice: Conducting a mock interview in Spanish.
Week 24: Final Review and Assessment
- Comprehensive review and role-playing exercises.
- Certificate distribution and feedback.
Advanced Spanish
Week 25: Advanced Grammar
- Complex sentence structures: subjunctive mood, past tenses.
- Practice: Writing detailed reports in Spanish.
Week 26: Legal and Compliance Vocabulary
- Vocabulary for workplace policies and compliance.
- Practice: Explaining compliance issues in Spanish.
Week 27: Conducting Advanced Feedback Sessions
- Advanced vocabulary for leadership and feedback.
- Practice: Role-playing constructive feedback scenarios.
Week 28: Leading Safety and Policy Discussions
- Phrases for leading group discussions.
- Practice: Hosting a safety training in Spanish.
Week 29: Discussing Organizational Changes
- Vocabulary for organizational structure and strategy.
- Practice: Announcing workplace changes in Spanish.
Week 30: Running Team Meetings in Spanish
- Vocabulary for facilitation and collaboration.
- Practice: Leading a meeting with a Spanish-speaking team.
Week 31: Cultural Sensitivity in Leadership
- Advanced cultural intelligence strategies.
- Practice: Navigating cultural differences in workplace conversations.
Week 32: Addressing Legal and Disciplinary Matters
- Advanced phrases for handling sensitive topics.
- Practice: Conducting investigations or disciplinary meetings in Spanish.
Week 33: Designing Training Sessions
- Vocabulary for workplace training.
- Practice: Delivering a mock training session in Spanish.
Week 34: Navigating Disputes and Mediation
- Phrases for mediating advanced workplace disputes.
- Practice: Mediation scenarios in Spanish.
Week 35: Presentations and Public Speaking
- Advanced vocabulary for formal presentations.
- Practice: Presenting to a Spanish-speaking audience.
Week 36: Final Review and Assessment
- Final scenarios and advanced role-playing exercises.
- Certificate distribution and participant feedback.
