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Elementary 1 - Monday Evening AF26E1 (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to talk about one’s eating habits, make a grocery list, understand recipes instructions, and indicate quantities by using the metric system. Students will learn how to describe colors, fabrics and fabrics patterns to shop with confidence. Students will comprehend the form and usage of the future tense.

Students will also differentiate between the present tense and the present progressive (gerundio) form of verbs, and use object pronouns to refer to people, places, and things when conveying information. They will practice making, accepting, and declining invitations, and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of technology. Each session includes discussion of cultural aspects of Italian life.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

Cost: $375

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

The eBook includes audio, videos, and interactive exercises that will be used throughout the course. Online access is valid for 14 months. To renew your license after expiration, please contact the ICC to receive a 50% discount.

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

Beginner Level 2 - Monday Evening AF26B2 (14 Sep 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

The goal of this 10-session, 20-hour course is for beginner students to strengthen their foundational vocabulary and grammar skills so they can speak more confidently and in greater detail about themselves. Students will learn to get to know others by discussing daily activities and routines, occupations, hobbies, interests, and likes and dislikes. They will practice making plans for specific days and times and asking questions to obtain more detailed information about people, places, and things. The course also explores key cultural aspects of Italian life and places strong emphasis on using verbs comfortably and accurately in specific conversational contexts.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

Cost: $375

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

Beginner Level 3 - Tuesday Afternoon AF26B3 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to offer and follow directions around town, describe cities and places with greater detail and accuracy, ask and answer questions about hotel accommodation, travel, transportation, and special occasions. Students will keep working with present tense verbs and begin learning about simple past tense.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

Cost: $375

If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

Use these links and order a copy of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-Intermediate UPDATED EDITION BOOK+E-BOOK

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-IntermediateUPDATED EDITION

Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. The same textbook will be used for our entire Advanced Beginner Series, but initial Online Access is good for only 14 months.

If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

Beginner Level 4 - Tuesday Afternoon AF26B4 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

In this 10-session, 20-hour course, students will learn how to tell time, discuss the calendar, talk about their daily routines, describe their families and family activities, and relate past events with greater confidence while building on their knowledge of the simple past tense.

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

Cost: $375

If you have not taken any classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level and help determine the most appropriate course for you.

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

Beginner Level 1 - Tuesday Evening AF26B1 (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

In this 10-session, 20-hour course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communication skills. They will practice how to introduce themselves, greet others in both polite and informal contexts, and get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, current residence, occupation, and hobbies. Students will also learn how to order in a café and a restaurant. The course introduces key aspects of Italian culture and daily life.

Cost: $375

Please use the links below to order both the textbook and the workbook prior to the first day of class:

Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK+EBOOK (Beginner-Pre/intermediate) Updated edition

Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO WORKBOOK (Beginner/Pre-intermediate) Updated Edition

Optional: English Grammar for students of Italian is a helpful reference for understanding differences between English and Italian grammar structures.

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

PRE-Intermediate 3 (A) - Wednesday Evening AF26PI3 (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 2

If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

Cost: $375

Amazon:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book+Interactive e-book)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

Libreria Pino:

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book only)

NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

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Cancellation & Refund Policy

Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.