Description of part-time French courses for Canadian-born persons

Part-time French courses allow you to learn French in class for only a few hours a week. Depending on your availability, you can take these courses during the day or in the evening.

These courses will help you get familiar with the uses of French so that you can meet the needs of everyday life.

Course Levels

The courses are designed for students at the beginner and intermediate levels.

An assessment test may be necessary to evaluate your knowledge of French. The assessment may:

• Last between 15 to 60 minutes;
• Be done orally or sometimes written.

Free of charge

French courses are free. You do not have to pay any registration or tuition fees.

You may be required to pay a small fee for certain activities or cultural outings as part of your course.

Schedule

Part-time courses are taught:

• In class or, if needed, at a distance;
• During the day or the evening;
• Weekdays (Monday to Friday) or weekends (Saturday or Sunday).

The number of hours per week may vary from 4 to 24 hours.

You can choose the time that suits you best when you register.

Generally, the course duration is 10 weeks.

Location

Part-time courses are taught in school service centres, school boards and partner organizations of the Québec government.

You will need to choose the location where you want to take your course when you register.

Some courses may be offered at a distance. You must be in Québec to take a distance learning course.

Please contact the resource person at the adult education centre near you  for more information on part-time courses.