Regular Chinese Lessons for Careers
Regular Chinese lessons for adults are designed to give learners systematic training in listening, speaking, reading and writing from our professional teachers, who have a wealth of Chinese language teaching (CLT) experience. Regular Chinese lessons are divided into 9 levels, ranging from Beginner level to Advanced level. Read more for pricing, money back guarantee, live 1-on-1 teaching.
Pricing
We offer Mandarin Chinese course packages at various pricing points from which you can choose based on your needs. Each one-to-one lesson lasts 50 minutes. Depending on different lengths of study and the subjects, prices may vary. The average price is US$15/lesson per hour. In general, the more classes you take or the longer you study, more discounts may apply. Please read details of monthly subscription.
How It Works
Students from over 100 countries from age 3 to 86 have learned Chinese online with us .
1-on-1 Live online instruction (Yes! Real time, real people)
Native, professionally trained and experienced Chinese teachers
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Customized instruction at your own level, pace and style
Live audio and video using instant messaging tools such as Skype.
Regular Chinese Lessons Level 1-9
Regular Chinese Lessons Level 1
This level is for Chinese learners who have no or very limited prior knowledge of Chinese language and may not be able to read Chinese pinyin or characters. You may not know basic Chinese words, and find it difficult to answer simple questions in Chinese.
You will study Chinese pronunciation and how to conduct basic conversations such as greetings, self-introduction, shopping (simple bargaining), food ordering, etc.
Regular Chinese Lessons Level 2
This level is for Chinese learners who can conduct basic conversations but the communication is somewhat dependent on repetition at a slower rate, or paraphrasing. You can ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need or on very familiar topics. You can understand very short and simple texts a single phrase at a time.
You will study topics such as asking directions and time, exchanging money, booking tickets and introducing family members and friends. You may learn basic structures of Chinese characters, if needed.
Regular Chinese Lessens Level 3-9
HSK Test Prep Course
What is HSK Exam?
China's Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi, known as the "HSK" or the Chinese Language Proficiency Test, is a standardized test developed by the HSK Test Center at Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU). The HSK test is meant to assess the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers (foreigners, overseas Chinese and China's ethnic minorities). It aims to assess examinees’ ability to understand spoken and written Chinese. HSK certification is a widely recognized measure of one's Chinese language proficiency level and can be used in university admissions and job applications.
Our HSK Test Prep courses are divided into 6 levels in accordance with the levels of HSK test, the one-to-one HSK Prep courses can be tailored to your level and individual needs. Our professional Chinese teachers will select appropriate HSK-related materials and work around your particular strengths and weaknesses to maximize the chances that you will get the best HSK test score possible.
HSK Test Prep Lessons Level 1-6
Survival Chinese Lessons
Our survival Chinese course caters to those who need a crash course in Mandarin. You will learn the most useful Chinese words, phrases and sentences that you may encounter when you are in China. After completion of this course, you will be able to communicate in Chinese to the extent that is necessary to survive everyday life in China.
Selected Topics:
Basic greetings (Hello, Good morning, Good night…)
Self introduction (My name is...I am from…)
Chinese etiquette (Giving gifts, toasting...)
Night life (I want a Gin & Tonic...Could I ask your name?)
Bargaining (How much is this? Do you offer a discount?)
Taking a taxi (I want to go to...)
Asking for directions (How do I get to...)
Ordering food (What’s the special tonight?)
Seeing a doctor (I have a headache…)
Making a phone call (May I speak to…)
Business Chinese Lessons
Business Chinese courses are designed for those who intend to use Chinese language in business settings. Highly relevant study materials and individualized instruction are critical for business people when they prepare for their business activities in China. Business Mandarin courses are divided into 9 levels, ranging from Beginner Level to Advanced Level.
Business Chinese Lessons Level 1
This business Mandarin course is for Chinese learners who have no or very limited prior knowledge of Chinese language and cannot read Chinese Pinyin or characters. You may not know the most basic Chinese words, and find it difficult to answer simple questions in Chinese. You will study pronunciation and how to conduct the most basic conversations in business activities.
Business Chinese Lessons Level 2-9
Survival Business Mandarin
Survival Business Mandarin course is catering to business people who need a crash course in Mandarin. After completion of this course, you will be able to communicate in Mandarin to the extent that is necessary to survive in the most basic business activities.
Selected Topics:
Business Greetings ("Hello" in the honorific form…)
Self Introduction (My name is…I am a manager of…)
Introducing Products and Services (Our product was launched on…)
Exchanging Business Cards (Thanks for your card and this is mine…)
Accepting and Giving Business Gifts (Here is a little something I brought from Sydney…)
Toasting at a Banquet (Cheers!)
Making a Business Appointment (I am free tomorrow afternoon…How about 3pm?)
Saying Farewell (See you soon!)
Congratulating Others (Congratulations!)
Negotiation (Could we make it a bit cheaper?)
Chinese Lessons for Travel & Social Life
The travel Chinese lessons are designed to help make your trip and social life in China more enjoyable by teaching you practical Chinese phrases and expressions. The one-to-one lessons focus on spoken Chinese that will be useful in situations that you might encounter on your trip.
Selected Topics:
Introducing yourself (My name is…and I am from…)
Asking for directions (How do I get to…)
Taking taxi (I am going to…)
Night life (I want a Gin & Tonic...Could I ask your name?)
Ordering food in restaurants (I would like to order Mapo Tofu…)
Checking in/out hotels (I would like to check out tomorrow morning…)
Exchanging money (I would like to exchange 100 US dollars…)
Bargaining (Can you make it a bit cheaper…)
Asking for a date (Can we meet for coffee tomorrow…)