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2025 CALENDAR 

FALL TERM: September 8 – November 14

Now offering more late morning, afternoon, and evening classes to fit your schedule!


Beginner/Pre Intermediate Courses

Course sequence:

Beginner 1 (A1)

Beginner 2 (A1)

Beginner 3 (A1)

Beginner 4 (A1)

Beginner 5 (A1-A2)

Pre-Intermediate 1 (A2)

Pre-Intermediate 2 (A2)

Pre-Intermediate 3 (A2)

Click here for the descriptions of the different proficiency levels.

Upcoming events

    • 08 Sep 2025
    • 5:30 PM
    • 10 Nov 2025
    • 7:30 PM
    • 323 North Washington Ave., 2nd floor, Minneapolis, MN 55401
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    The goal of this 10-session (20-hr) course is for beginner students to build  their fundamental vocabulary and grammar skills in order to speak more extensively about themselves, their daily activities and interests, their likes and dislikes. Students will also speak about their homes and their neighborhood,  while learning practical skills such as how to ask for directions, get around town, interact with shop keepers, and order in a restaurant. Students will also explore various cultural aspects of Italian life as they complete chapters 4-6 of the textbook.

    Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

    Cost: $350

    If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

    Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

    Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

    Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

    Note: The E-book includes online access to Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

    If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

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    Cancellation & Refund Policy

    • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
    • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
    • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
    Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
      • 08 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 10 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • 323 North Washington Ave., 2nd floor, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 3
      Register

      The goal of this Advanced Beginners course is to prepare students for the Pre-Intermediate courses by consolidating their previously learned Beginner and Advances Beginner grammar skills. Students will be able to elaborate on descriptions of people and places and events in time, distinguishing between present and past events and events in-progress at the moment. Students will focus on making social plans and invitations, evaluating lodging accommodations, and understanding and giving recommendations and instructions. Each session incorporates discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. This course covers the final 3 units (Chapters 13-15) in the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner Level 4

      Cost: $350

      If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP HERE FOR OUR PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

      Use these links and order copies of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class: 

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION -(BOOK + E-BOOK INTERATTIVO)      

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

      If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

      ...................

      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
       Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 3:00 PM
      • 13 Nov 2025
      • 5:00 PM
      • TBD
      • 5
      Register

      Those who wish to spend a period of time in Italy, either for tourism, cultural interest, or study abroad, will benefit from a fast-paced, communicative approach to the Italian language. This specialized 10-week (40-hr) INTENSIVE course - intended for BEGINNER students (levels 1-3)  who can digest content and grammar more quickly - will allow for simple but effective communication in everyday life situations such as greetings, getting to know each other, finding out about transportation, asking for directions, reserving a room or an apartment, shopping at a coffee shop or a restaurant, and more! Students will immediately engage in dialogues and comprehension activities, delve into a rich and illustrated vocabulary, and discover the rules of everyday life in Italy.

      If you are an absolute Beginner OR if you have already taken a Beginner 1, 2, or 3 class at ICC but would like the chance to reinforce, practice, and consolidate what you have learned in the past, this is the perfect course.

      Please order the text Facilissimo prior the first class. Here is one link: Book + Audio CD. Free access to online audio will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

      If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

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      Cancellation Policy:

      • Prior to the start of the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $20 administrative fee.
      • After the first lesson, students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less a $50 administrative fee.
      • After the first week of lessons, students can receive a refund of course tuition minus a $100 administrative fee.
      • No refunds/credits will be issued after the second class.
      • There are no make-up lessons or credits offered when a student misses a scheduled class.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 3:00 PM
      • 18 Nov 2025
      • 5:00 PM
      • TBD
      • 0
      Join waitlist

      In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce themselves, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, occupation and free time, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 3 chapters of the textbook.

      Cost: $350

      Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

      If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

      ...................

      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 5:30 PM
      • 11 Nov 2025
      • 7:30 PM
      • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
      • 2
      Register

      The goal of this 10-week (20-hr) course for Advanced Beginners is for students to speak about the past and their younger years in more detail, including habitual vs. one-time actions in the past. Students will also begin to discuss future events, building the foundations for more advanced grammar including the use of pronouns. Students will discuss a variety of topics such as clothing, special occasions, eating habits, and use of technology in daily life while honing and reinforcing their previously learned language skills. Cultural aspects of Italian life are incorporated into each of the units covered (Chapters 10-12) in the textbook.

      Prerequisite: Beginner 3

      Cost: $350

      If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

      Use these links and order copies of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class: 

      Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-Intermediate UPDATED EDITION -BOOK + E-BOOK INTERATTIVO

      Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-Intermediate WORKBOOK UPDATED EDITION

      Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

      If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

      ...................

      Cancellation & Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
      • 09 Sep 2025
      • 6:00 PM
      • 11 Nov 2025
      • 8:00 PM
      • ONLINE via Zoom (link forthcoming)
      • 2
      Register

      Those who wish to spend a period of time in Italy, either for tourism, cultural interest or study abroad, will benefit from a fast paced, communicative approach to the Italian language. 

      This ONLINE course, intended for BEGINNER students, will allow for simple but effective communication in everyday life situations such as greetings, getting to know each other, finding out about transportation, asking for directions, reserving a room or an apartment, shopping at a coffee shop or a restaurant. 

      This course aims at reaching these abilities through simple dialogues, comprehension activities, and a rich and illustrated vocabulary, all while discovering the rules of everyday life in Italy. 

      Please order the text Facilissimo prior the first class. Here is one link: Book + Audio CD. Free access to online audio will be provided by the instructor on the first day of class.

      A day or 2 before your class, your instructor will reach out with the Zoom link you will use weekly, and to see if anyone still hasnʼt received the book, etc.

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      Refund Policy

      • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
      • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
      • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.

      Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.

        • 10 Sep 2025
        • 9:30 AM
        • 11 Sep 2025
        • 5:00 PM
        • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis MN. 55401
        • 0
        Registration is closed


        PLIDA Certification Exam

        Upcoming Session Information


        Exam Session Date: September 10, 2025

        Registration Deadline with ICC: Friday, August 22, 2025

        Specific Sessions Offered: PLIDA Exam (Level B1)

        • Listening, Reading, and Writing sections: Wednesday, Sept. 10
        • Oral section: Wednesday, Sept. 10 or Thursday, Sept. 11

        NOTE: Exact times for the oral section will be shared with each candidate closer to the exam date and will be assigned based on the order of registration.

        Where: In-person at ICC, 250 Third Ave N., Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401

        When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 (with oral exams scheduled in the afternoon (3:30–5 p.m. ) on Wednesday, Sept. 10 and Thursday, Sept. 11. Your exact time slot will be based on the order in which you registered for the exam and will be confirmed two weeks before the exam.

        Time: (Tentative Schedule)

        Wed.  9:30 a.m.12:00 p.m. (Ascoltare 40', Leggere 40', e Scrivere 60')

        Wed. 12:30 p.m.3:30 p.m. (Pausa Pranzo)

        Wed. and Thurs. 3:30 p.m.5:00 p.m. (Parlare – 15' + wait time in between candidates)

          Cost:

          • The registration fee for the complete PLIDA B1 exam is $210.
          • You may also register to retake single sections for $50–$60 each.
          • Expedited corrections (if available for your session) are $35.

            NOTE: Each ticket type must be purchased separately in its own transaction. (You cannot select multiple ticket types at once.)

          How to Register:
          Before registering for the PLIDA exam at ICC, the candidate must enroll with the Società Dante Alighieri at dante.global.
          Be sure to use the same email address to enroll on dante.global that you will use to register for the PLIDA exam with ICC. Detailed instructions are available here .
          Once you have a portal account with SDA, you can register/enroll to take the exam at ICC. A few weeks before the exam session date, ICC will contact you to confirm all registration information is correct.

          Refunds:
          THIS FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE. If you are unable to take the exam on the original date for which you registered, you must provide a letter of explanation at least 15 days before the exam date. To be issued a credit for another exam session (at the same exam certification center and within 18 months of the original exam date), you must provide a medical letter of explanation within 15 days after the exam, as per Section 1.8 of the PLIDA Regolamento.

          For any questions: contact@theitalianculturalcenter.org

          • 10 Sep 2025
          • 5:30 PM
          • 12 Nov 2025
          • 7:30 PM
          • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
          • 0
          Join waitlist

          This NEW COURSE is designed for Advanced Beginner and Pre-Intermediate students who want to practice and consolidate previously learned grammar structures in new contexts to improve automaticity, comfort and confidence! Not sure if you are "ready" for the next level in your sequence? This course is for anyone who wants to better digest important concepts previously introduced (verbs tenses, pronouns, and prepositions), apply them in more spontaneous yet focused communicative situations. Students will expand vocabulary and hone both listening comprehension and speaking skills through a variety of student-centered oral activities in class, and written homework (including mini-compositions) will be assigned for further reinforcement of the material. As always, each session explores aspects of Italian life and culture, and materials will be provided by the instructor. We look forward to building your confidence through this rewarding NEW approach and alternative option to our standard sequential curriculum.

          Pre-requisite: Beginner 5 (or permission from the Director)

          If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP HERE FOR OUR PLACEMENT TEST. An instructor will assess your level.

          Materials: provided by the instructor on the first day of class

          If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

          Cost: $350 (includes all materials)

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          Cancellation & Refund Policy

          • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
          • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
          • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
           Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
            • 10 Sep 2025
            • 5:30 PM
            • 12 Nov 2025
            • 7:30 PM
            • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
            • 0
            Join waitlist

            In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce themselves, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, occupation and free time, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 3 chapters of the textbook.

            Cost: $350

            Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

            Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

            Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

            Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

            If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

            ...................

            Cancellation & Refund Policy

            • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
            • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
            • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
            Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
              • 10 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 12 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 0
              Join waitlist

              In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to talk about past events, and ask and answer questions about time, weather, locations, and places. This course will also offer a variety of cultural comparisons as students discuss aspects of Italian life related to daily routines, lifestyle, work habits and special occasions. Students will complete Chapters 7-9 in the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

              Cost: $350

              If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

              Use these links and order a copy of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

              Textbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION (BOOK+E-BOOK)  Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

              Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

              If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

              ...................

              Cancellation & Refund Policy

              • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
              • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
              • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
              Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
              • 10 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 12 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 0
              Join waitlist

              The goal of the course is for students to be able to talk about memories and past habits, ask/give advice, compare people and objects, and make formal requests. Each class will provide information and discussion on cultural aspects of Italian life. Students will aim to cover the first 3-4 chapters of the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner Level 5 (or permission from the Director of Language Programs)

              Cost: $350

              If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

              Use any of these links to order a copy of your textbook prior to the first day of class:


              Textbook: (This book will be used for ALL 3 levels of our PRE-Intermediate courses!)

              NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 (Book and Interactive e-book) - Amazon

              Optional (for additional practice):

              NUOVO ESPRESSO 2 Esercizi supplementari

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              Cancellation & Refund Policy

              • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
              • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
              • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
              Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 0
              Join waitlist

              In this 10-session (20 hour) course, students will be able to talk about past events, and ask and answer questions about time, weather, locations, and places. This course will also offer a variety of cultural comparisons as students discuss aspects of Italian life related to daily routines, lifestyle, work habits and special occasions. Students will complete Chapters 7-9 in the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2

              Cost: $350

              If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

              Use these links and order a copy of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

              Textbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION (BOOK+E-BOOK)  Workbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO UPDATED EDITION

              Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

              If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

              ...................

              Cancellation & Refund Policy

              • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
              • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
              • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
              Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 0
              Join waitlist

              The goal of this 10-week (20-hr) course for Advanced Beginners is for students to speak about the past and their younger years in more detail, including habitual vs. one-time actions in the past. Students will also begin to discuss future events, building the foundations for more advanced grammar including the use of pronouns. Students will discuss a variety of topics such as clothing, special occasions, eating habits, and use of technology in daily life while honing and reinforcing their previously learned language skills. Cultural aspects of Italian life are incorporated into each of the units covered (Chapters 10-12) in the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner 3

              Cost: $350

              If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

              Use these links and order copies of your text and workbook prior to the first day of class: 

              Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-Intermediate UPDATED EDITION -BOOK + E-BOOK INTERATTIVO

              Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO Beginner/Pre-Intermediate WORKBOOK UPDATED EDITION

              Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

              If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

              ...................

              Cancellation & Refund Policy

              • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
              • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
              • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
              Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 0
              Join waitlist

              In this 10-session (20-hr) course for absolute beginners, students will learn the basic fundamentals of Italian grammar and essential communications skills such as how to introduce themselves, greet others politely and informally, get to know others by asking and sharing information about their place of origin, occupation and free time, as well as how to order in a cafe and a restaurant. This course also addresses various aspects of Italian culture and daily life. Students will complete the first 3 chapters of the textbook.

              Cost: $350

              Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

              Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

              Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

              Note: The E-book includes Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. Online Access is good for 14 months, but as long as you are enrolled with ICC you will continue to have free access! The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

              If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

              ...................

              Cancellation & Refund Policy

              • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
              • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
              • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
              Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
              • 11 Sep 2025
              • 5:30 PM
              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 7:30 PM
              • 250 Third Avenue N. Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 3
              Register

              The goal of this 10-session (20-hr) course is for beginner students to build  their fundamental vocabulary and grammar skills in order to speak more extensively about themselves, their daily activities and interests, their likes and dislikes. Students will also speak about their homes and their neighborhood,  while learning practical skills such as how to ask for directions, get around town, interact with shop keepers, and order in a restaurant. Students will also explore various cultural aspects of Italian life as they complete chapters 4-6 of the textbook.

              Prerequisite: Beginner Level 1

              Cost: $350

              If you have not taken any other classes at ICC before, PLEASE SIGN UP TO TAKE OUR PLACEMENT TEST HERE. An instructor will assess your level.

              Please use these links to order a copy of both the text and workbook prior to the first day of class:

              Textbook: NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. TEXTBOOK + E-BOOK

              Workbook:  NEW ITALIAN ESPRESSO (Beginner/Pre-Intermediate) UPDATED ED. WORKBOOK

              Note: The E-book includes online access to Audio and Videos and interactive exercises used throughout the course. The same textbook will be used for our entire series Beginner 1-5.

              If interested, English Grammar for students of Italian is a great reference for differences in English and Italian grammar structures.

              ...................

              Cancellation & Refund Policy

              • Before the first class: Full tuition refund, minus a $20 registration fee.
              • Before the second week: Students may withdraw and receive a refund, minus a $55 administrative fee.
              • After the second week: No refunds will be issued.
              Please note: Regular attendance is strongly encouraged. If a student misses class for any reason, they will not be eligible for a refund or an individual make-up session.
              • 20 Sep 2025
              • 10:00 AM
              • 15 Nov 2025
              • 11:00 AM
              • 250 Third Avenue N, Suite 625, Minneapolis, MN 55401
              • 1
              Register


              Italiano per Genitori is a special course for parents whose children are enrolled in ICC's Youth School classes. This course is designed to help parents incorporate practical Italian conversation into daily family life to support your child(ren)'s learning and language use outside the classroom. Each session focuses on essential vocabulary, phrases, and grammar aligned with the Youth School lesson themes - daily routines, meals, making plans, school and friends, seasonal activities, holidays and more - to support you in further building communicative competence at home.

              Session Dates/Times: Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

              • September 20, 27 (NO CLASS on Sept, 13 for first day of Youth School)
              • October 4, 11, 25 (NO CLASS on Oct. 18, Youth School closed for MEA Weekend)
              • November 1, 8, 15 (NO CLASS on November 22, even though YS does meet)

              Space is limited, so register now to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enrich your family’s multilingual experience! Priority is given to parents whose children are enrolled in ICC's YS classes.


            Course Information:

            Classes are offered once per week for ten weeks. Cost: $350

            All students are required to hold active ICC memberships. Adult classes are for students who are 18 or older.

            Attendance of at least 70% of the classes and passing a test are required to progress to the next level.

            Punctuality in arriving at the class starting time is kindly required to avoid class disruptions.

            The ICC requires a minimum of 5 students in any group class. When enrollment drops below this number, students are offered the option of remitting a tuition supplement. If all involved students agree to the supplement, the class can materialize. All tuition is due in full before the first class. Class registration is not transferable to another person. All group classes will close after the first week of class, and no new students will be added. No discounts apply to private, semi-private, customized courses or workshops. Cancellations of private or semi-private lessons, made less than 24 hours in advance, will be charged at the normal rate of tuition.

            For online classes:   

            If you do not receive a Zoom link and class details by the day before your first-class session, please check your spam folder. Language sessions are not recorded for students who miss a class. Active participation is key. Video and audio must be turned on; auditing the class without interaction affects the class dynamic and is ultimately not conducive to learning. Zoom group classes are limited to 8 students per class. However, ICC reserves the right to adjust the number as necessary.

            For in-person classes:  

            Joining a session via Zoom is not an option. The instructor will send information about the missed class to all students before the following session.

            Refund policy:     

            Students will receive a full refund of course tuition, less than a $10 registration fee, before the start of the first lesson in the session. Students can withdraw from the course before the second week of class. An administrative fee of $50 will be retained. No refunds will be issued after the second week of group classes.

            PLEASE NOTE: Regular class attendance is strongly recommended. If a student must miss class for any reason, s/he will not qualify for reimbursement or an individual makeup class.

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