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2026 CALENDAR 

WINTER TERM: January 12 – March 19

SPRING TERM: April 6 – June 11


NOW offering classes Monday through Thursday, with  morning,  afternoon

and evening sessions-available both IN-PERSON and ONLINE


Beginner/Pre Intermediate Traditional Courses

Course sequence:

Beginner 1 (A1)

Beginner 2 (A1)

Beginner 3 (A1)

Beginner 4 (Advanced Beginner 1) (A1)

Beginner 5 (Advanced Beginner 2) (A1-A2)

Pre-Intermediate 1 (Advanced Beginner 3) (A2)

Pre-Intermediate 2 (Advanced Beginner 4) (A2)

Pre-Intermediate 3 (A2)


Beginner/Pre Intermediate Practice and Consolidation Courses

Practice and Consolidation 1 (A1) (Present tenses)

Practice and Consolidation 2 (A2) (Past tenses)

Click here for the descriptions of the different proficiency levels.

Upcoming events

    • 12 Jan 2026
    • 5:30 PM
    • 16 Mar 2026
    • 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0

    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 accommodations, travel, transportation, and special occasions. Students will continue to practice use of the present tense verbs and will be introduced to the simple past tense.  Students will complete Chapters 6 and 7 in the textbook.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

    Cost: $350

    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 UPDATED EDITION (BOOK+E-BOOK) 

    Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

    Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Beginner (Elementary and Advanced).

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

    ...................

    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.
    • 12 Jan 2026
    • 5:30 PM
    • 16 Mar 2026
    • 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 3

    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: $350

    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.
    • 12 Jan 2026
    • 5:30 PM
    • 16 Mar 2026
    • 7:30 PM
    • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0

    This course is designed for Advanced Beginner and Pre-Intermediate students who want to practice and consolidate previously learned grammar structures in new contexts to improve automaticity, comfort and confidence! Not sure if you are "ready" for the next level in your sequence? This course is for anyone who wants to better digest important concepts previously introduced (verbs tenses, pronouns, and prepositions), apply them in more spontaneous yet focused communicative situations. Students will expand vocabulary and hone both listening comprehension and speaking skills through a variety of student-centered oral activities in class, and written homework (including mini-compositions) will be assigned for further reinforcement of the material. As always, each session explores aspects of Italian life and culture, and materials will be provided by the instructor. We look forward to building your confidence through this rewarding NEW approach and alternative option to our standard sequential curriculum.

    Pre-requisite: Beginner 4 (or permission from the Director)

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

    Materials: provided by the instructor on the first day of class

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

    Materials provided by the instructor. 

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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.
      • 12 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 16 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 0

      In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce oneself, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about oneʼs place of origin, current residence, occupation and hobbies, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 2 chapters of the textbook, integrating written and oral grammar exercises with lots of speaking practice in mini-dialogues and conversational scenarios.

      Cost: $350

      Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Beginner series.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 13 Jan 2026
      • 3:00 PM
      • 17 Mar 2026
      • 5:00 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 1

      The goal of this 10-session (20-hr) course is for beginner students to build  their fundamental vocabulary and grammar skills in order to speak more extensively about themselves, and to get to know others better by speaking about their daily activities and routines, their occupation and their hobbies, interests, likes and dislikes. Students will be able to make plans for specific days and times of day, as well as pose questions to get more detailed information about people, places and things. Students will also explore various cultural aspects of Italian life and focus heavily on using verbs with comfort and ease in specific conversational contexts. Students will complete Chapters 4 and 5 in the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

      Cost: $350

      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.

      Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

      Note: The E-book includes online access to Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 13 Jan 2026
      • 3:00 PM
      • 17 Mar 2026
      • 5:00 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 1

      In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce oneself, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about oneʼs place of origin, current residence, occupation and hobbies, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 2 chapters of the textbook, integrating written and oral grammar exercises with lots of speaking practice in mini-dialogues and conversational scenarios.

      Cost: $350

      Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Beginner series.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 14 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 18 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 1

      In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to tell time, discuss the calendar, speak about oneʼs daily routine, describe oneʼs family, family activities, and relate past events with more confidence, building on the simple past tense. Students will complete Chapters 9 and 10 in the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

      Cost: $350

      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 UPDATED EDITION (BOOK+E-BOOK) 

      Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Beginner series.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 14 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 18 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 0

      In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce oneself, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about oneʼs place of origin, current residence, occupation and hobbies, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 2 chapters of the textbook, integrating written and oral grammar exercises with lots of speaking practice in mini-dialogues and conversational scenarios.

      Cost: $350

      Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Beginner series.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 14 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 18 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 0

      The goal of this 10-session (20-hr) course is for beginner students to build  their fundamental vocabulary and grammar skills in order to speak more extensively about themselves, and to get to know others better by speaking about their daily activities and routines, their occupation and their hobbies, interests, likes and dislikes. Students will be able to make plans for specific days and times of day, as well as pose questions to get more detailed information about people, places and things. Students will also explore various cultural aspects of Italian life and focus heavily on using verbs with comfort and ease in specific conversational contexts. Students will complete Chapters 4 and 5 in the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

      Cost: $350

      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.

      Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

      Note: The E-book includes online access to Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 14 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 18 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 0

      Prerequisite: Pre-Intermediate 1

      Cost: $350

      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.

      Please order a copy of the books prior to the first day of class: 

      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

      Note: Nuovo Espresso 2 will be used as the main text for the remaining levels of our Pre-Intermediate courses, but the instructor will also include new outside materials which will be provided in .pdf format.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 14 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 18 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 0

      In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce oneself, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about oneʼs place of origin, current residence, occupation and hobbies, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 2 chapters of the textbook, integrating written and oral grammar exercises with lots of speaking practice in mini-dialogues and conversational scenarios.

      Cost: $350

      Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Beginner series.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 15 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 19 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 3

      In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to tell time, discuss the calendar, speak about oneʼs daily routine, describe oneʼs family, family activities, and relate past events with more confidence, building on the simple past tense. Students will complete Chapters 9 and 10 in the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner Level 3

      Cost: $350

      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 UPDATED EDITION (BOOK+E-BOOK) 

      Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Beginner series.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 15 Jan 2026
      • 5:30 PM
      • 19 Mar 2026
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Ave N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 0

      The goal of this course is to bring students to a solid A2 level. Students will focus on expanding their use of the past tenses as they discuss their youth, and will begin to distinguish between the simple (passato prossimo) and imperfect (imperfetto) past to express backgrounded vs. foregrounded actions, as well as repeated and habitual routines in the past. Students will also distinguish between the present and the present progressive (or gerund) form of verbs, as well as use object pronouns to refer to people, places and things when relaying information. Students will practice making, accepting and refusing invitations, nd discuss the advantages and disadvantages of technology.  Each session incorporates discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. This course covers Chapters 12-13 in the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

      Cost: $350

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

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

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION -(BOOK + E-BOOK INTERATTIVO)      

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire Advanced Beginner Series.

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

      ...................

      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.
      • 14 Feb 2026
      • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 8
      Register

      Italiano Espresso per Genitori is a 10-hr course for parents whose children are enrolled in ICC's Youth School classes. This course is designed to help parents who have previously studied some Italian improve their familiarity with Italian grammar and speak with more confidence. Each session focuses on essential vocabulary, phrases, and grammar, and follows the same book as the ICC Adult School classes.

      Session Dates/Times: Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

      • February 21, 28 (No class for parents on the first day of Youth School)
      • March 7, 21, 28 (NO ICC on March 14 for Spring Break)
      • April 11, 18, 25 (NO ICC on April 4 for Easter weekend)
      • May 2, 9 (No class for parents on May 16 = Last day of YS classes)

      Space is limited, so register now to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enrich your family’s multilingual experience! Enrollment is limited to parents whose children are currently enrolled in ICC's YS classes.

      To order a copy of the Textbook and Workbook please search your favorite bookseller's website, but be sure to order the updated edition which includes online access to the e-book.

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      • 21 Feb 2026
      • 11:15 AM
      • 09 May 2026
      • 12:15 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 10
      Register


      Italiano Espresso per Genitori is a 10-hr course for parents whose children are enrolled in ICC's Youth School classes. This course is designed to help parents who have previously studied some Italian improve their familiarity with Italian grammar and speak with more confidence. Each session focuses on essential vocabulary, phrases, and grammar, and follows the same book as the ICC Adult School classes.

      Session Dates/Times: Saturdays 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

      • February 21, 28 (No class for parents on the first day of Youth School)
      • March 7, 21, 28 (NO ICC on March 14 for Spring Break)
      • April 11, 18, 25 (NO ICC on April 4 for Easter weekend)
      • May 2, 9 (No class for parents on May 16 = Last day of YS classes)

      Space is limited, so register now to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enrich your family’s multilingual experience! Enrollment is limited to parents whose children are currently enrolled in ICC's YS classes.

      To order a copy of the Textbook and Workbook please search your favorite bookseller's website, but be sure to order the updated edition which includes online access to the e-book.

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      • 10 Jun 2026
      • 9:00 AM
      • 11 Jun 2026
      • 5:00 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis MN. 55401
      • 15
      Register


      PLIDA Certification Exam

      Upcoming Session Information


      Exam Session Date: June 10-11, 2026

      Registration Deadline with ICC: May 18, 2026

      Specific Sessions Offered: PLIDA Exam (Levels B1, B2, C1)

      • Listening, Reading, and Writing sections: Wednesday, June 10
      • Oral section: Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11

      NOTE: Individual times for the oral section will be shared with each candidate closer to the exam date and will be assigned based on the order of registration.

      Where: In-person at ICC, 250 Third Ave N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401

      When: Wednesday morning, 9am, 2026 (with oral exams scheduled in the afternoons on Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11. Your exact time slot will be based on the order in which you registered for the exam and will be confirmed two weeks before the exam.

      Time: (Tentative Schedule)

      Wed.  9:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. (Ascoltare 40' e Leggere 40', e Scrivere 60')

      Wed. 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. (Pausa Pranzo)

      Wed. and Thurs. 1:00 p.m.5:00 p.m. (Parlare – 15' + 15ʼ wait time in between candidates)

        Cost:

        • The registration fee for the complete PLIDA B1 exam is $250.
        • You may also register to retake single sections for $70–$85 each.
        • Expedited corrections (if available for your session) are $40.

          NOTE: Each ticket type must be purchased separately in its own transaction. (You cannot select multiple ticket types at once.)

        How to Register:
        Before registering for the PLIDA exam at ICC, the candidate must enroll with the Società Dante Alighieri at dante.global.
        Be sure to use the same email address to enroll on dante.global that you will use to register for the PLIDA exam with ICC. Detailed instructions are available here .
        Once you have a portal account with SDA, you can register/enroll to take the exam at ICC. A few weeks before the exam session date, ICC will contact you to confirm all registration information is correct.

        Refunds:
        THIS FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. If you are unable to take the exam on the original date for which you registered, you must provide a letter of explanation at least 15 days before the exam date. To be issued a credit for another exam session (at the same exam certification center and within 18 months of the original exam date), you must provide a medical letter of explanation within 15 days after the exam, as per Section 1.8 of the PLIDA Regolamento.

        For any questions: sabrina@theitalianculturalcenter.org


      Course Information:

      Classes are offered once per week for ten weeks. Cost: $350

      All students are required to hold active ICC memberships. Adult classes are for students who are 18 or older.

      Attendance of at least 70% of the classes and passing a test are required to progress to the next level.

      Punctuality in arriving at the class starting time is kindly required to avoid class disruptions.

      The ICC requires a minimum of 5 students in any group class. When enrollment drops below this number, students are offered the option of remitting a tuition supplement. If all involved students agree to the supplement, the class can materialize. All tuition is due in full before the first class. Class registration is not transferable to another person. All group classes will close after the first week of class, and no new students will be added. No discounts apply to private, semi-private, customized courses or workshops. Cancellations of private or semi-private lessons, made less than 24 hours in advance, will be charged at the normal rate of tuition.

      For online classes:   

      If you do not receive a Zoom link and class details by the day before your first-class session, please check your spam folder. Language sessions are not recorded for students who miss a class. Active participation is key. Video and audio must be turned on; auditing the class without interaction affects the class dynamic and is ultimately not conducive to learning. Zoom group classes are limited to 8 students per class. However, ICC reserves the right to adjust the number as necessary.

      For in-person classes:  

      Joining a session via Zoom is not an option. The instructor will send information about the missed class to all students before the following session.

      Refund policy:     

      Students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less than a $10 registration fee, before the start of the first lesson in the session. Students can withdraw from the course before the second week of class. An administrative fee of $50 will be retained. No refunds will be issued after the second week of group classes.

      PLEASE NOTE: Regular class attendance is strongly recommended. If a student must miss class for any reason, s/he will not qualify for reimbursement or an individual makeup class.

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