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Japanese Language Courses

Types of Lessons Instructors Approach and Methodology Enrollment Procedure
ICC offers a wide range of Japanese courses, from complete beginner courses to advanced courses for accomplished linguists, designed to suit any individual’s or organization’s specific needs:

General Japanese Courses

The General Japanese Courses, conducted by highly-experienced and dedicated native instructors, are perfect for those who want to improve their Japanese language proficiency across the four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing). Although the focus is on improving your ability to communicate effectively in all kinds of situations in Japanese, the communicative work will also be strengthened by a systematic approach to grammar and vocabulary building. The curriculum and materials are tailor-made for each individual. These courses are also designed to give you the necessary tools to address the specific cultural issues arising from working, studying or just traveling in Japan. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience. See more

Business Japanese Courses

Whatever your objectives might be, ICC will plan and deliver a Business Japanese Course designed around your level and needs. Although the key focus will be to develop your Japanese communicative fluency, accuracy, and confidence within a specific business context, language work will be strengthened by a systematic approach to grammar and vocabulary development. The Business Japanese Courses, conducted by highly-experienced and dedicated native instructors, focus on all kinds of business situations, such as meetings, presentations, negotiating and social contacts. Our courses will not only enable you to communicate effectively in Japanese, but will also give you the tools to address the cultural issues arising from living and working in Japan. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See more

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Japanese Courses for Children

ICC offers excellent Japanese courses for children of different ages, using an effective teaching method and attractive learning materials. The courses are designed to fit the level and specific needs of each child. The children will eventually become interested in and obtain the confidence in speaking Japanese. The curriculum and teaching materials cover listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in order to help the children get ready for their Japanese language studies at school, and prepare them for any Japanese proficiency exam they wish to take. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See more

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JLPT Preparation Courses

ICC provides high-quality JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test) Preparation Courses and courses for other Japanese language tests for students who require a Japanese language certification to enhance their CV for educational or professional purposes. Our JLPT Preparation courses are designed to help you prepare for the tests by developing all the necessary language skills. These courses are conducted by highly-experienced and dedicated Japanese instructors. The course curriculum covers speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. It concentrates on relevant language content and on improving specific exam techniques. Taking the JLPT tests is a great way of improving all your Japanese language skills. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See more

 

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Other Japanese test Preparation Courses

ICC provides high-quality Japanese Test Preparation Courses for students who require a Japanese language certification to enhance their CV for educational or professional purposes. Our courses are designed to help you prepare for tests such as JLPT, BJT, or any other Japanese language test, by developing all the necessary language skills. These courses are conducted by highly-experienced and dedicated Japanese instructors. The course curriculum covers speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills. It concentrates on relevant language content and on improving specific exam techniques. Taking one of the proficiency tests is a great way of improving all your Japanese language skills. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See more

 

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Japanese Courses for Specific Purposes

ICC can tailor Japanese courses to suit any individual’s or organization’s specific needs. These courses are designed not only to help you improve your general language awareness, but also to address your very specific needs. For example, as a lawyer or a doctor, you will need to ensure that the language you use is proper and accurate at all times. The key focus will be to develop your Japanese language ability in a particular context, but you will also work on your command of general Japanese language skills. These Japanese courses, conducted by highly-experienced and dedicated native instructors, will incorporate all kinds of situations, including meetings, presentations, negotiating, social contacts, and other subjects, depending on your level and needs. They will enable you to communicate effectively in Japanese and will also give you the necessary tools to address the cultural issues arising from working, studying or just travelling in Japan. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See moreトップぺ戻る


Intensive Japanese Courses

ICC offers high-quality half-day and full-day Intensive Japanese Courses for students who wish to become proficient in Japanese within a relatively short period of time. These Japanese courses, conducted by highly-experienced and dedicated native instructors, are an ideal way to learn the basics of the Japanese language or refresh and improve the existing language skills. The course curriculum is specifically created with each student in mind and can be adjusted to suit each individual’s level, specific needs and schedule. The courses will not only enable you to communicate effectively in Japanese, they will also give you the necessary tools to address the specific cultural issues arising from working , studying or just travelling in Japan. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See moreトップぺ戻る


Corporate Japanese Language Programs

Since its inception in 1986, ICC has been offering excellent Japanese language programs and services to Japanese and foreign corporations, governmental institutions as well as various other organizations. Our impressive client list includes the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Japanese Ministry of Defense, the U.S. Department of Defense, the Japanese and U.S. armed forces, the U.S. Embassy, JAXA, Boeing, Sony, Panasonic, Shiseido and Siemens, to name just a few. As one of Japan’s leading providers of language services, ICC continually strives to offer the highest levels of customer service, best value and enjoyment. Our tailor-made Japanese language programs are flexible and adjustable. When planning a program, the time the students have, their level, goal, expectations, desired learning style, and of course budget will all be taken into account. In addition to high-quality Japanese language instruction, our programs will also provide the students with a sound understanding of business culture, etiquette and protocol. Whether you would like your employees to improve their Japanese communication skills with clients, or improve their Japanese communication within the company, our top-notch team of instructors and staff will help you achieve those goals. Instruction can take place at our schools or on your organization’s premises. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See more

 

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On-site Japanese Courses

ICC can dispatch excellent instructors to your office or home so you do not have to travel. As one of Japan’s leading providers of language services, ICC continually strives to offer the highest levels of customer service, best value and enjoyment. Our tailor-made Japanese language programs are flexible and adjustable. When planning a program, the time the students have, their level and goal, desired learning style, and of course budget will all be taken into account. Our Japanese courses are also designed to give the students the necessary tools to address the specific cultural issues arising from working, studying or just traveling in Japan. Whatever your goals might be, our top-notch team of instructors and staff will help you achieve those goals. Since its inception in 1986, ICC has been offering excellent Japanese language programs and services to Japanese and foreign corporations, governmental institutions as well as various other organizations. Our impressive client list includes the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Japanese Ministry of Defense, the U.S. Department of Defense, the Japanese and U.S. armed forces, the U.S. Embassy, JAXA, Boeing, Sony, Panasonic, Shiseido and Siemens, to name just a few. Upon request, a free trial lesson can be arranged at your convenience.See more

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Types of Lessons

One-to-one Lessons
Our One-to-one Lesson system, designed to fit each student’s level, schedule and needs, offers total flexibility and guarantees that the students make maximum progress in the time they have. Following a thorough needs analysis and level testing, instruction plans and teaching materials are tailor-made to suit each individual.

Semi-Private Lessons (Small classes of  two  to five students
Semi-Private Lessons
are available for corporate clients and for students who wish to study with family members, work colleagues or friends. Each student undergoes a rigorous needs analysis and a level testing process to ensure the language instruction plan will be effective. The emphasis will usually be on developing Japanese communicative skills. However, the course curriculum can be adapted to different professional or private needs.

Group Lessons (Classes of more than five students)
As with Semi-Private Lessons, Group Lessons
are available for corporate clients and for students who wish to study with family members, work colleagues or friends. Each student undergoes a rigorous needs analysis and a level testing process to ensure the language instruction plan will be effective. The emphasis will usually be on developing Japanese communicative skills. However, the course curriculum can be adapted to different professional or private needs.

On-site Lessons
Upon request, ICC can dispatch excellent instructors to your office or home. Our tailor-made Japanese language programs are flexible and adjustable. We will listen to and analyse your needs, create a suitable program, and modify it where and when necessary. When preparing the course curriculum, your schedule, level, specific needs and budget will all be taken into account.

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Instructors

Our Japanese courses are conducted by professional Japanese native instructors. Upon request, non-native instructors can also be provided. As we are convinced that the success of our schools ultimately depends on the quality and efforts of our personnel, we hire only instructors that are well-experienced, friendly and dedicated to their work. Many of our instructors, with an average of over three years teaching experience, have studied, worked, and taught in other countries, and are therefore able to respond to any individual student’s or organization’s particular needs. Depending on your objectives, typical classroom activities might include role-plays, discussions, and other enjoyable language practice. See more

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Approach and Methodology

Our lessons will generally follow an integrated skills approach. Classes will focus on functional and notional areas, and then work on the language skills required to achieve competence in those areas. These will consist of a mix of structural, lexical and cultural items, including work on question forms, polite phrases, and appropriate intonation. The instructors will always follow an active learning approach, engaging their students in Japanese.

Testimonials
Many of our students have decided to study at ICC by being introduced to us by one of their friends, colleagues or family members. Many of them continue to study at our schools for years or come back to learn a different language. Please listen to the voices of some of our current students and graduates:

“ICC has been a godsend to our organization's linguists!”
ICC has been a godsend to our organization's linguists and language training programs. ICC could provide, locally, top-notch instructors in a wide variety of languages, which both satisfied complex training requirements and saved us thousands of dollars in travel costs. We were particularly delighted in the professionalism and flexibility of the instructors who tailored the training materials to the needs of each student.

K. Smith, U.S. Navy

“ICC was very accommodating and responded to my specific language needs. Unlike other language schools, ICC had a less ridged approach to language instruction and allowed the student to articulate specific language objectives and modify them as appropriate. This, in conjunction with lesson plans that adapted to specific student strengths and weaknesses, enabled me to advance my speaking and listening abilities far beyond expectations. ICC is particularly appropriate for students who are enthusiastic about language learning and are willing to take a proactive role in their language studies.”
Geoff Goodman, US Department of Defense
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Course Enrollment Procedure

1.The Initial Conversation

In the first conversation, you will be asked about your aims in order to find out as much as possible about key issues, such as why you want learn, how you want to learn, what you wish to achieve, how much language you already have, how much time you would like to commit, and other important issues.

2. The Proposal

After discussing the details, we will create a proposal which will reflect our understanding of your needs. It will include instruction format, course content, course duration and price. The proposal is a framework which you are able to refine to meet your schedule and specific learning circumstances.

3.The Trial Lesson and Level Test

Once the proposal is agreed upon, you will be contacted to discuss the course location, time, duration and other important details. Suitable instructors will then be selected and fully briefed prior to your first lesson. Upon request, a trial lesson and a level test can be arranged before the start of the course, at your convenience.

4. At the Beginning of the Course

In the trial lesson or in the first lesson, the instructors will get a clearer idea of your linguistic strengths and weaknesses, learning style, and what your priorities are. Together with the instructors, you will draw up a course plan which will focus on what you want to be able to do with the language and what you will need to cover during the course in order to achieve your goal.

5. During the Course

During the course, the instructors will keep assessing your strengths, weaknesses and learning style on a regular basis, and adapt the teaching method and materials accordingly. You will also have the full support of our dedicated staff throughout your course. We will also collect feedback from you regularly, responding where necessary.

6.At the End of the Course

The end of the course will include a full review of what you have learnt, a final assessment test to find out how far you have progressed, and some suggestions on what you can do to maintain and improve all the acquired Japanese language skills.