Dual Credit Spanish II

Foreign Language

Course Description

This course is designed to challenge the student who, during his/her first year, actively participated in class and demonstrated the ability to advance more rapidly than the average student. This is an Advanced College Credit Program (ACCP) course offered through Missouri Western State University and St. Pius X High School. Equivalent to the first and second semesters of university Spanish, a total of six credit hours, this course will strengthen and develop Spanish language skills while encouraging appreciation of Spanish and Latin American cultural studies.

Prerequisites

Grade of A or B+ in Spanish I OR successful qualifying score on the Spanish Test-Out Exam, as well as 3.0 Unweighted cumulative GPA and approval from Instructor.

Grade Level Offerings

10,11

Course Length

1 Year

Course Fee

$75 online textbook fee, as well as optional enrollment/credit fees based upon Missouri Western State University course requirement.

Credits

1 (Up to 6 college credits)

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