The Basic French Language Proficiency Certificate helps students build practical communication skills in French while developing an introductory understanding of cultural perspectives, practices and products. Students progress through foundational and intermediate coursework to reach an intermediate-low level of proficiency in both spoken and written French.
On Campus/Online
12 Credit Hours
Start Any Term
Career Paths
Career paths may include:
- Business and customer service roles with international clients
- Education and tutoring support
- Travel, tourism and hospitality
- Government, nonprofit or community roles serving multilingual populations
Program Highlights
- Progresses from introductory to intermediate French coursework
- Builds spoken and written communication skills toward intermediate-low proficiency
- Introduces the “3 Ps” of culture: perspectives, practices and products
- Flexible course availability on campus, online and HyFlex (as scheduled)
Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet Northern State University admission requirements.
Cost
Tuition and fees are determined by the South Dakota Board of Regents.
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Contact
Questions? Contact the College of Arts and Sciences at 605-626-2601 or julie.backous@northern.edu.