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SPECIAL
LANGUAGE
PROGRAM
FOR THE
SOCIAL SCIENCES
HEREDIA,
COSTA RICA
May 24th - June 11th 2004
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The increased immigration
of Latin Americans and their subsequent integration into North American society
have led to newly emergent demands on the social service system. This
factor, coupled with the need for cultural sensitivity, has led to a greater
demand for psychologists and social workers with a working knowledge of Spanish
as well as an understanding of Latin American culture. An excellent
way to improve both language skills and cultural awareness is to study in
a Spanish speaking country.
For this reason, CPI has designed a special
three-week seminar directed to professionals working in the social services.
The seminar includes Spanish classes, professional talks, discussion groups
and informational visits to the local social service community.
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WEEKLY
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WEEK
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Spanish
Classes at CPI Heredia
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
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During
Week One, to allow participants to establish a base in the language, Spanish
classes are the only activity schedules. Students are placed according
to level based upon a written exam and oral interview. The maximum class
size is four students per class. Small class size makes for optimum
learning as students receive specialized attention from their professor.
Morning classes concentrate upon grammar and conversation, the necessary elements
for communication. Professional vocabulary and practice interviews are
also introduced during the first week. After classes there are optional
cultural activities, such as: Latin dance class and cooking class and "noches
tipicas."
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WEEKS
TWO AND THREE |
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Spanish
Classes at C.P.I. Heredia
Monday through Friday
1:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
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Classes
remain concentrated upon grammar and conversation; however, special focus
is placed on relevant professional vocabulary, client dialogues as well as
the important elements of multicultural awareness.
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Professional
Conferences
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Professionals are invited
to speak to seminar participants at the CPI campus. Initial discussions
focus on the Costa Rican social service system in order to provide a more
ample understanding of the Latin American system´s structure and workings;
also addressed are the similarities and differences between the North American
and Latin American systems.
As the seminar progresses speakers discuss the social problems
specific to a developing nation, which include: domestic violence, home abandonment,
teenage pregnancy, street
children, drug abuse and the consequences of extreme poverty. At the
conclusion of the seminar speakers transition to methodology, techniques and
interventions utilized in Costa Rica as well as analyses of specific case
studies and interview techniques.
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Wednesday
Excursions/Free time |
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On
the second and third Wednesdays there is a break from observation. CPI
offers optional trips so that course participants may explore the local area.
Activities include hiking in a local forest and banana plantation as well
as a trip to Poás volcano.
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WEEKENDS |
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Depart on Saturday morning.
On the road to the volcano visit the artisan town of Sarchi and the gardens
of Zarcero. Once in La Fortuna, hike to the Catarata La Fortuna and
swim in the natural pools at the base of the waterfall. After, stop
by Lake Arenal and spend the early evening bathing and relaxing at the Tabacon
Hot Springs with its spectacular view of the volcano. If the volcano
is active on this day, you will see impressive lava explosions. On Saturday
morning hike along trails in the "La Jungla"; here the group can see wildlife
native to the region.
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First
Week-end: Trip to Arenal Volcano
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Second
Week-end: The Beaches of Guanacaste |
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Leave
on Friday afternoon for the northwestern
province of Guanacaste and stay the night in the beach town of Tamarindo.
On Saturday spend the day at Playa Tamarindo enjoying the sun, sand and surf
and in the late afternoon head to Playa
Flamingo for a sunset “cruise”.
On Sunday morning relax on the white
sand beaches of Playa Penca.
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COST: $1,590
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Includes:
Classes, text books, professional conferences,
room and board (breakfast and dinner) with a Costa Rican family*, week-end
excursions**, and airport transportation.
*If you prefer, we can accommodate
you in a local bed and breakfast for an additional $50. This includes
a private room, bath and breakfast (no dinner).
**Meals are not included on the week-end excursions.
Wednesday excursions are optional and are not included in the program price
(these range in price from $30-$40). |
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NOTE:
Space for the seminar is limited. |
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Registration
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Deadline
for registration is Monday, May 10th 2004. To
register, download the registration form (click the download button on
the right side). Please
mail the attached application and USD $100 deposit to the address
listed
(please note that post may take up to 3 weeks to arrive
to Costa Rica from North America). You may pre-register via fax
or e-mail, but your deposit must be received to secure your place.
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To
open this file, you will need the following programs: WinZip and Adobe
Acrobat Reader. If
you do not have these programs, click on the links below to download them.
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CENTRO PANAMERICANO
DE IDIOMAS
P.O.Box 151-3007 , San Joaquín de Flores,
Heredia COSTA RICA
Fax: (506) 265-6866
Telephone: (506) 265-6306
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Seminar
Dates for 2005: To be announced. |
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If
you would like additional information on the seminar for 2004 or 2005,
please
do not hesitate to contact the school.
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