Nepali Language and Culture Training

  Nepal

• Pokhara: 
Pokhara

Description: The Center's language mission is focused on providing high-quality, flexible language learning opportunities to the learners. Our years of experience as teachers of language and culture ensure the best possible learning environment. We are committed to maximizing each language learner's ability to define and work toward his or her individual goals through our various programs.

CLCT offers both long and short language training courses. People planning to live in Nepal long-term (two years or more) are encouraged to join the 4-5 month basic course.Short-term volunteers will probably find the 1-2 month course sufficient. Students on package courses attend 20 hours of classes per week.However, customized courses can be arranged according to individual needs and length of stay in Nepal.

CLCT courses are ideal for anyone whose work or personal circumstances make it difficult to attend scheduled courses.

CLCT's experienced professional tutors have a learner-centered approach. Tuition takes place in a comfortable, friendly and relaxed environment at times, which are convenient for learners.

CLCT has its own course books and modules, enabling learners to meet short- or long-term goals. CLCT guarantees the learner will be more confident with the new language after just a few days of lessons.

Most of the classes are either one-to-one or in pairs and classes are kept lively by using audio-visual materials, varieties of games, role-play and many other activities so that learners learn by practical way. Some more traditional activities that we also believe to be effective learning strategies often involve working individually.

Highlights: Intensive Language Study

Nepali language instruction is a crucial component of the program. Intensive language classes will be conducted to help the participants develop practical skills and immerse students in the daily life of people. CLCT delivers language instruction through qualified and experienced teachers.

Through three to four hours of daily formal classroom instruction and discussion as well as field exercises, you develop conversation skills. With its focus on oral communication, CLCT language learning enriches the academic experience and enhances cultural immersion.

During the homestay period, language classes will continue. Do not let past experiences with language training discourage you; Nepali is very easy to learn. Unlike most other languages, in a short time you will be able to communicate with Nepalis in their own language if you choose to apply yourself.

Homestay

Living with families, often in both urban and rural settings, deepens your appreciation of another culture and helps you build friendships and confidence to adapt to new environments.

Students will live with Nepali families for approximately two weeks. The character and structure of these families vary considerably. Homestay families arranged by CLCT screened and approved each family's suitability. These families represent a variety of occupational, educational and economic levels and live in diverse neighborhoods, towns and rural settings. Families include one or more adults and may or may not include children.

During homestay, in addition to sleeping in your family's home, you become a member of a family and share in its daily life. This opportunity facilitates cultural immersion, helps develop further language skills and provides a context for your academic learning. By adapting to the lifestyle of a family, you will be able to see and experience the essential nature of Nepali life and also learn about the cultural differences between western and Nepali ways. Students frequently cite the homestay as an excellent way of learning about the people and culture.

The success of the homestay experience depends largely on your willingness to adapt as an active family member. When not living with your homestay family, you stay in a hotel.

Thematic Seminar and Orientation visits

The program offers lectures, discussions and field trips concerning the history, culture and development, peace and conflict studies, gender issues, environmental and development issues, ecology and conservation, arts and architecture, healing, government and politics, religion within the context of the Nepali culture.

In many cases, this seminar is taught in cooperation with a university or other local academic institutions. Lecturers and instructors from these and other professional local resources are carefully selected to provide a variety of informed perspectives.

Field trips may include community based NGOs, museums, important religious and historical sites and many other tourists attractions.

Independent Study

From academic to hands on study, students find areas of personal interest to explore in depth during your time in Pokhara. Carpet weaving, jewelry making, wood carving, thangka (Buddhist iconography) painting, and music are just a few of the apprenticeship opportunities available. Students interested in traditional medicine can work with a Tibetan doctor, or with Ayurvedic practitioners or shamanic healers. With a wide range of NGOs, Pokhara also offers unparalleled opportunities to learn about the challenges and potential Nepal's traditional society faces with rapid modernization. For those interested in community service projects, teaching English, volunteering in local orphanages, and participating in environmental awareness and HIV/AIDS education programs are just a few of the volunteer opportunities available.

Qualifications: Expatriates, volunteers or students who are planning on moving to Nepal for short or long term can apply to our language and cross-cultural training course.

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: US $ 250 per week

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 25 - 45

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Nepal Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Centre for Language and Cross-culture Training's Mission Statement: The Centre for Language and Cross-culture Training (CLCT) provides a focus for helping foreign development associates, expatriates, overseas volunteers and research students to learn about Nepali and Nepali culture and society.

Year Founded: 2006