Spanish

Why Study Spanish

Spanish is the national language of many countries in the Western Hemisphere and the fastest-growing language in California, with nearly 30% of the population speaking it. Knowing Spanish is a powerful career asset, useful in professional, educational, and travel contexts.

At Foothill, Spanish courses prepare you for careers and further study while deepening your cultural awareness. You’ll develop communication skills that go beyond conversation—connecting language with identity, culture, and global perspectives.

Our program takes a holistic approach, linking Spanish with Ethnic Studies, Latin American History, and Latino/a Literature. Earning a Spanish degree here broadens your worldview and equips you with skills for both work and life.

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Degrees & Certificates

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Certificate of Achievement (CA)

Associate in Arts (AA)

AA in Spanish

Associate in Arts for Transfer

AA-T in Spanish

Credit By Exam

Students with prior knowledge of Spanish can receive credit by exam for one quarter of Spanish.

Quick Look at Spanish Courses

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SPAN 1 Elementary Spanish I
SPAN 2 Elementary Spanish II
SPAN 3 Elementary Spanish III
SPAN 4 Intermediate Spanish I
SPAN 5 Intermediate Spanish II
SPAN 6 Intermediate Spanish III
SPAN 51A Spanish for Health Care Workers
SPAN 51B Spanish for Health Care Workers II
SPAN 51C Spanish for Health Care Workers III
SPAN 110 Elementary Spanish Conversation I
SPAN 111 Elementary Spanish Conversation II
SPAN 192 Training for Spanish Tutors

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