What is the Cervantes Institute and what is its function? Surely you have always dreamed of speaking Spanish like a native. And surely if you have ever wanted to learn Spanish, you will have heard of the Cervantes Institute. Don't you know what the Instituto Cervantes is? No, it is not an institute for
Surely you have always dreamed of speaking Spanish like a native.
And surely if you have ever wanted to learn Spanish, you will have heard of the Cervantes Institute.
Don't you know what the Instituto Cervantes is?
No, it is not a school for teenagers like the one you may have seen in the series Elite, is a public institution in charge of disseminating the teaching of Spanish and its use.
There are headquarters of the Cervantes Institute in Madrid, in Valencia, in Barcelona and in every city in Spain. But not only at the national level, the Cervantes Institute promotes Spanish for foreigners on each continent through its network of centers.
Do you like France? Well, learn Spanish with the Instituto Cervantes headquarters in Paris.
Do you prefer Italy? Then go to the Cervantes Institute in Rome.
And what about the United States? The Cervantes Institute of New York awaits you!
The Cervantes Institute is in many countries: Germany, England, China, Japan, Mexico, Senegal...
where is the headquarters from the Cervantes Institute?
There are two headquarters: in Madrid and in Alcalá de Henares.
The Cervantes Institute's hours are usually from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays.
It is something like a virtual Spanish classroom, or better yet, like the great influencer of the spanish language. And he does what the good influencer of Spanish should: also be in charge of spreading Hispanic culture throughout all continents.
Of course, do not think that this institution is only in charge of the language and culture of Spain.
The Cervantes Institute focuses on the dissemination of linguistic features and cultural of all Spanish-speaking countries.
Remember that Spanish is an official language in no more and no less than… 21 countries!
So now you know, if you like to travel and enjoy the culture of the country you visit, Spanish will open many doors for you! 😊
The Cervantes Institute was born 31 years ago, in 1991. Until that moment, there was no organization dedicated entirely to Spanish.
But, of course, with a language as beautiful and special as this one, how could there not be people interested in learning it?
This is when the Cervantes Institute, created and prepared for give response and greater attention to all people who want to learn the Hispanic language and culture.
And what better name than that of the writer who has most promulgated Spanish throughout the world?
Exact! Miguel de Cervantes, author of Don Quixote, who published his novel in 1605 and his book has been translated into more than 145 languages.
In addition, it is the second best-selling book in history.
Do you know which one is the first?
No? No idea?
Think, think, and throughout the article we will tell you 😉
The Cervantes Institute is a public body, non-profit, which depends on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in charge of diplomatic relations between our country and the rest of the countries on our planet. It also collaborates jointly with the Spanish Ministry of Education.
This institution is directed by three organs: The Board of Trustees, the Board of Directors and the Director.
Currently, the director of the Cervantes Institute is Luis García Montero, professor of Spanish Literature at the University of Granada and renowned Spanish poet.
Don't you know him? Don't worry!
It's never too late to read some poetry and expand your vocabulary! You will surely love him for his sensitivity and his talent with words.
If we ask anyone in the world to think about Spain, surely the image that appears in their mind is the typical flamenco dancer, the sun, sangria or the bulls.
but, is there anything more Spanish than the letter Ñ?
This letter is already a symbol of our language throughout the world and the logo from the Cervantes Institute It couldn't be anything other than this wonderful spelling.
Furthermore, if something characterizes Hispanic culture, it is our open character.
For this reason, the creator of the Cervantes Institute logo decided to represent that open attitude with the stripes on the sides.
At the Instituto Cervantes and in our school we will always welcome you with the open arms! 😊
What do you think of the Instituto Cervantes logo? Do you like it?
Now you know what the Cervantes Institute is, but... Do you know its functions well?
The main activities of the Cervantes Institute focus on disseminating the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language.
He is responsible for organizing Spanish language courses, both general and special.
Have you always wanted to learn Galician, Basque or Catalan? You're in luck! In these courses you can learn any of the 4 official languages spoken in Spain.
Among its functions you will find the management of the largest network of libraries Spanish in the world and the creation of programs for the dissemination of the Hispanic language and culture.
The libraries of the Cervantes Institute They are spread across many countries.
As the Cervantes Institute is the official institution of Spanish in the world, it is in charge of accrediting the Spanish as a Foreign Language Teaching Centers.
Yes, Hispania, Spanish school is one of them, of course!
In addition to all these functions, the Cervantes Institute organizes the exams DELE and issues Spanish diplomas officers.
If languages are your thing and you want to obtain these diplomas from the Cervantes Institute but you are lost and don't know how, you are in the right place!
In Hispania, Spanish school you can become a true expert to pass the DELE with our wonderful DELE preparation courses.
It has never been so easy to pass an exam!
Don't hesitate and sign up! 😉
Here you can study different types of courses depending on your tastes and needs, since these Spanish language and culture courses can be general or special.
If you are a minor or have little ones at home, the Cervantes Institute offers the course!Hello, friends! for children and young people.
The most common course is ELE course from the Cervantes Institute. ELE means Spanish as a Foreign Language.
Do you know that scholarships are also offered at the Cervantes Institute to study Spanish courses?
You can do all these courses in any of the 45 countries that have Instituto Cervantes centers.
Do you want to know the curricular plan of the Cervantes Institute and its courses?. It could be said that it is the “Bible of Spanish”.
Which brings us to a question we raised before…
Do you already know what the best-selling book in history is?
Exactly, the Bible! 😉
The Instituto Cervantes Curricular Plan presents the levels following the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR). Hispania, Spanish school has taken into account the Curricular Plan of the Cervantes Institute and the CEFR for the creation of its contents and course programs.
The learning levels are divided into three groups: A, B and C.
In the ELE courses of the Cervantes Institute, level A corresponds to the initial level; B, the intermediate and C, the expert.
On our website you can Consult the approximate hours of learning for each level.
Little by little you will be able to level up until you are an expert in the Spanish language.
And if you reach level C2, you will speak better than many natives! You could even work at the Instituto Cervantes as a Spanish teacher in one of their Spanish teaching centers!
If you have been living in our country for a while and want to get the Spanish nationality, you will have to approve the CCSE exam. The Cervantes Institute organizes the CCSE.
What does this mean?
The CCSE test of the Cervantes Institute is proof of Constitutional and Sociocultural Knowledge of Spain, and it is the test that will allow you to receive Spanish nationality. So yes, with the Cervantes Institute you can take the nationality exam.
To get it you will have to prove a DELE Spanish diploma of the level A2 and approve the CCSE exam.
¿and where Can you take this exam?
You can take the Instituto Cervantes nationality exam at centers around the world. Ein our school You will also have the possibility to do it.😊
You can consult all the centers in which you can perform the CCSE test.
There are ten exam sessions per year, so the excuse that you can't do it on that date is no longer valid.
If you are interested, you can consult the dates of the CCSE calls.
This test is made for all people over 18 years of age, of any nationality, who want Spanish nationality.
But be careful! Maybe you don't have to do it 😉
If you have any official qualification from a course taken in Spain at a medium or higher level of Spanish, or if you have studied Compulsory Secondary Education (ESO) in our country, you won't need it.
For those people who have learning difficulties that exceed 65%, this test neither will be mandatory.
To carry out the CCSE test you will have to dig deep into your pocket a little and pay €85.
But, don't worry, those €85 they don't go destined only to the realization of exam.
With them you will also cover the qualification certificate and you will have access to all materials necessary to approve.
And if on the day of the exam you were in the clouds or on the moon in Valencia, nothing happens.
It can happen to all of us!
Therefore, you can show up again and brag about your grade to all your friends and family.
To obtain Spanish nationality You will need to pass two Instituto Cervantes exams: the DELE A2 and the CCSE test.
The DELE A2 consists of four tests: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and interaction, and oral expression and interaction.
Many fear the oral test, but with these tips on the DELE oral exam , you will dominate the test like no one else. 😉
In the Cervantes Institute You can consult all the information about the DELE A2 exam and even download an exam model.
The Cervantes Institute's CCSE test consists of five tasks and is divided into two sections: one part on the Government, legislation and citizen participation in Spain, with 60% of the questions, and another on Spanish culture, history and society, with 40% of the questions.
To pass both exams you will have to pass 60% of the questions.
When you pass it, you will be able to safely say that you already know more about Spain than many Spaniards!
Whenever we wait for the grade of any exam, the wait can seem eternal...
But luckily for you, we have good news! 😊
You will only have to wait about 20 days to find out if you have passed the CCSE test.
And what are 20 days of waiting when there is Netflix? 😉
When 20 days have passed and you have finished a season of your favorite series, you will be able to check your rating from the CCSE test qualifications section from the Cervantes Institute.
This way you will know if your test is suitable or not.
We are sure that with the courses offered Hispania, Spanish school, and your effort the result will be SUITABLE!
In this article you have learned what the Cervantes Institute is and all its functions, especially those related to the exams to obtain Spanish nationality. I hope it has been helpful to you.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask us!
Article written by Patricia de la Puente for Hispania, Spanish school
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