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Italian Language Cooperative

Online Italian courses

Learn with native teachers, small classes, and a clear path from A1 to B1 — plus exam prep and conversation.

  • Expert native-speaking teachers
  • Groups of up to 6 students
  • Private lessons available

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“Language is not just grammar—it is a way of seeing the world.”

— CITAL, Italian Language Cooperative

Overview

Our Offer

Flexible programs for every stage: from your first steps in Italian to official certification.

2 lessons per week

A1 – A2 – B1 courses

Structured 6-module path with clear CEFR goals.

1 lesson per week

Conversation & refinement

Guided speaking for intermediate and advanced learners.

1 lesson per week

B1 & B2 exam preparation

CILS and PLIDA mock exams with targeted feedback.

Custom schedule

Private lessons

Tailored program for any level.

CEFR

Levels A1, A2, and B1

Each level spans two modules with concrete communication goals and structured grammar progression.

A1Breakthrough

Module 1 – Module 2

Understand and use everyday expressions and basic phrases. Introduce yourself, ask simple questions, and interact when others speak slowly and clearly.

A2Waystage

Module 3 – Module 4

Understand frequent phrases about daily life, shopping, local geography, and work. More confidence in routines and simple descriptions of your background.

B1Threshold

Module 5 – Module 6

Autonomy level: school, leisure, travel in Italy, simple texts, and personal experiences. After module 6, prepare for CILS or PLIDA B1.

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Journey

Every lesson is a step toward the Italy you’ll live.

Language courses

Modules 1 – 6

Each module: u$ 360 total (u$ 10/hour), 36 hours over 3 months. Groups of 3 to 6 learners.

Level A1

Module 1

u$ 360u$ 10/hour

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Twice a week
  • 3 months
  • 36 hours
Module syllabus
  • Alphabet, pronunciation, basics
  • Essere/avere, articles
  • Present tense and politeness

Level A1

Module 2

u$ 360u$ 10/hour

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Twice a week
  • 3 months
  • 36 hours
Module syllabus
  • Articulated prepositions
  • Passato prossimo
  • Simple and compound future

Level A2

Module 3

u$ 360u$ 10/hour

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Twice a week
  • 3 months
  • 36 hours
Module syllabus
  • Imperfect and trapassato
  • Direct pronouns
  • Volerci / Metterci

Level A2

Module 4

u$ 360u$ 10/hour

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Twice a week
  • 3 months
  • 36 hours
Module syllabus
  • Reflexive verbs
  • Indirect pronouns
  • Imperative and conditional

Level B1

Module 5

u$ 360u$ 10/hour

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Twice a week
  • 3 months
  • 36 hours
Module syllabus
  • Combined pronouns
  • Gerund structures
  • Comparison and superlatives

Level B1

Module 6

u$ 360u$ 10/hour

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Twice a week
  • 3 months
  • 36 hours
Module syllabus
  • Passato remoto and subjunctive
  • Sequence of tenses

Special courses

PLIDA, CILS & conversation

Certification prep for B1/B2 and refinement courses for intermediate and advanced students.

B1 & B2 exam preparation

Once a week · 18 hours

u$ 180 (u$ 10/hour)

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Once a week
  • 3 months
  • 18 hours

With coursebook support, mock written and oral tasks across listening, reading, interaction, oral production, and writing.

Conversation & refinement

Once a week · 18 hours

u$ 180 (u$ 10/hour)

  • 3–6 people
  • 90 minutes
  • Once a week
  • 3 months
  • 18 hours

Thematic conversations led by native teachers. Contact us for upcoming topics and start dates.

Private lessons

For any level. Contact us to set schedule, goals, and a tailored program.

About us

Teachers who will guide you

Native speakers, graduates, and experienced educators share their passion for Italian language and culture through a personalized online path—no middlemen. Small groups keep every lesson interactive.

M

Mario

From Rome, based in Buenos Aires since 2014 as an Italian teacher and translator. Degree in Contemporary History; loves film and cooking.

D

Davide

Born in the Eternal City. History, art, and communication. Living and working in Latin America for a decade.

Contact

Start speaking Italian with confidence

See you soon! At CITAL we are committed to offering you the best Italian learning experience.

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Contact

Start speaking Italian with confidence

See you soon! At CITAL we are committed to offering you the best Italian learning experience.