World Languages Placement
Why Continue Studying a World Language?
The best time to continue learning a language is now — while the knowledge you gained in high school is still fresh in your mind. Students who continue right away are often more confident, progress faster, and complete their language requirements more easily.
Learning a language is also much more than completing a requirement. It can help you:
- communicate with more people,
- connect with other cultures and communities,
- strengthen career opportunities,
- prepare for travel and study abroad,
- and build valuable communication and critical-thinking skills.
The sooner you continue, the easier the transition will be!
Placement Information
If you have one or more years of high school world language experience, you can typically advance straight to the 122 level or higher, depending on your comfort and skill level.
- Need a refresher? You are always welcome to enroll in a 121 course if you want extra practice and review before moving forward.
- Unsure where you fit? Please contact our World Languages Coordinator for personalized placement guidance.
Heritage Speakers / Heritage Language Learners
Heritage language learners are students who have a personal or family connection to
a language and culture. Many grew up hearing or speaking the language at home or within
their community but may not have had the opportunity to formally study it in school.
Heritage learners are encouraged to study the language connected to their family or
cultural background. Because language experience and proficiency vary widely, placement
recommendations may differ from student to student.
Students may enroll in introductory courses in Arabic, Japanese, ASL, or Spanish. However, heritage language learners who wish to study the language spoken at home are strongly encouraged to contact the World Languages Coordinator for placement guidance.
Humanities Area I Requirement
All World Languages courses fulfill the Humanities Area I requirement.
Questions?
Contact Iliana Villanueva , World Languages Coordinator, jvillanuevachavez@highline.edu