Portuguese Language Course
The Portuguese language presents a significant challenge for immigrants integrating into Portuguese society. While some public schools offer free Portuguese language courses for foreigners, many individuals experience extended waiting periods before gaining admission.
To address this issue, the NIALP Intercultural Association Lisboa has established a partnership with several certified institutions to provide Portuguese language courses. The program, covering levels A1/A2, consists of 150 hours in total. Each student is required to pay a designated fee to NIALP for participation. The responsibilities of the partnering institutions and NIALP are as follows:
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Certified Teachers
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Portuguese Language Course Details
A1 & A2 Level Portuguese Language Classes
8 or 10 Weeks of Duration Period
150 Hours Language Course
5 Days Per Week
3–4 Hours Daily
Who Can Register for Portuguese Classes
To enroll in this course, you must:
- Have a Portuguese residence permit
- OR proof of biometric submission if the permit is pending
- Possess a Portuguese Tax Number (NIF)
- Be 16 years or older
- Have basic spoken and written English skills
Partnering Institutions’ Responsibilities
- Recruiting qualified Portuguese language instructors.
- Providing all necessary course materials and stationery for students.
- Managing daily class operations.
- Conduct periodic assessments and a final examination.
- Evaluating and grading student performance.
- Issuing valid certificates to students who successfully complete the course, which can be used for Portuguese citizenship applications.
- Overseeing the student admission process.
- Ensuring classrooms are adequately equipped for effective learning.
- Maintaining updated student records and sharing relevant information with the partnering institutions as needed.
- Covering a fixed cost per student for services provided by the partnering institutions.
For further inquiries or additional information regarding the Portuguese Language Course, please contact NIALP.
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