Course Levels

To provide the best French immersion education for adults, the Alliance Française de La Nouvelle-Orléans aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to ensure a structured and progressive language learning experience. Our curriculum, built on CEFR guidelines, takes you from fundamental communication skills to advanced French fluency as you progress through our courses. This adherence to the CEFR enables us to employ effective French teaching methods, covering speaking, listening, reading, and writing comprehensively.

Choosing the CEFR for your language journey brings global recognition to your French proficiency. Educational institutions, employers, and learners worldwide understand and respect CEFR proficiency levels, providing you with a universally recognized benchmark for your French language skills.

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A2 Elementary

120 to 240 hours
Learn how to communicate and exchange on familiar subjects.

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B1 Independent

240 to 360 hours
You will be able to interact with ease on familiar topics with native speakers.

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B2 Advanced

360 to 480 hours
You will communicate with a degree of spontaneity that allows for easy-going conversations and professional writing.

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C1&2 Proficient

480 to 600 hours
Express yourself spontaneously and fluently in all situations in personal, academic or professional fields.

Objectives