Spanish IV
Improve your use of commands and the preterite vs. imperfect modes. Learn to speak about past experiences in detail, explain an unintentional occurrence, express feelings, make requests and give commands.
Face-to-Face or Live Online | On-demand Online | |
Course Format | Meet at the same time each week with the instructor and up to 15 classmates. | • Perfect for individuals leading busy lives seeking the flexibility of asynchronous learning with adjustable due dates. • Self-guided learning with instructor support. • Typically 6-16 weeks per course. |
Course Fee | $199 | $350 |
Textbook Info | “¡ADELANTE! Dos,” Third Edition Includes Access to VHL Central's SuperSite (SS) for 6 or 24 months. ISBN: 978-1-54332-104-3 Price: $101.94 (6-month SS access) or ISBN: 978-1-54331-926-2 Price: $155.94 (24-month SS access) | “¡ADELANTE! Dos,” Third Edition ISBN: 978-1-54331-600-1 Price: $191.94 Includes Access to VHL Central's SuperSite Plus and WebSAM |
*Ordering note: Do not purchase materials from other stores. Passcodes for VHL’s online resources are required and are only available through Vista Higher Learning. vistahigherlearning.com/schools/wiscconted/
This course can be applied to the Spanish Language Certificate.
Instructors

Karen’s professional passion is to help people expand and apply their knowledge and achieve their learning goals. Drawing upon her years of experience as an international business and learning consultant, Karen now teaches Spanish in the Languages Programs at UWM-SCE. ... read more

Patrice Burns holds an MA in Spanish from Marquette University and a BA in Spanish and Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She teaches in the online Spanish Certificate Program and is an ACTFL Certified Oral Proficiency Interviewer. She lives ... read more

As a native of Chile, Joel enjoys teaching in both English and Spanish. Joel’s passion for teaching brought him to UWM’s School of Continuing Education, where he’s previously taught customized courses in Spanish for health care professionals and customer service ... read more

Manuel Carrero holds a master’s degree in fine arts, graphic design and education. He worked in the advertising field as a graphic designer for fifteen years, and also taught design and various genres of art. Mr. Carrero is a native ... read more

Torrey Lauer has traveled throughout Western Europe, the Caribbean, Mexico and Costa Rica, but it was Madrid, Spain, that captivated him. His short time studying abroad in Madrid further fueled his desire to learn more, which lead and culminated in an ... read more
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
You learn how to:
- Describe how you feel physically
- Talk about health and medical conditions
- Discuss using technology and electronics
- Use common expressions on the telephone
- Welcome people to your home
- Give instructions
- Conjugate the imperfect and command forms of verbs
- Decipher between por and para
Course Outline/Topics
Vocabulary focuses on health and medical terms, parts of the body, electronics and technology, cars, parts of a house and household chores.
Prerequisites
Completion and comprehension of Spanish III or equivalent content
Notes
This is a noncredit enrichment program. Progress and courses completed are marked by Continuing Education Units. CEUs are not transferable to college or university transcripts.
Date: Open enrollment – Register anytime
Delivery Method: On-Demand Online
Platform: Other
Instructors:
Karen Woelfle-Potter MBA
Patrice Burns, M.A.
Fee: $350
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
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OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 2.0
Program Number: 7781-15669
Note: Your instructor will contact you within three business days to arrange your individual schedule.
Optional Add-on: Enhance your language learning experience with a live online speaking component, which includes 60 minutes of live online conversation with a certified UWM Spanish instructor, allowing you to practice and refine your speaking abilities in conjunction with your asynchronous course work. Available as a $59 add-on to this $350 on-demand course.
Date: 6 Sat, Jan 20-Feb 24, 2024
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 9-11:30am CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Joel Espinoza
Fee:
$179 by Jan 6, 2024
$199 after Jan 6, 2024
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
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Early Registration Discount | Register by Sat, Jan 6, 2024 and receive $20 off. |
OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 16
Program Number: 7781-15359
Registration Deadline: Jan 19, 2024
Date: 6 Tue, Mar 5-Apr 9, 2024
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Karen Woelfle-Potter MBA
Fee:
$179 by Mar 5, 2024
$199 after Mar 5, 2024
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, Mar 5, 2024 and receive $20 off. |
OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 20
Program Number: 7781-15339
Registration Deadline: Mar 19, 2024
Date: 6 Thu, Apr 25-May 30, 2024
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$179 by Apr 11, 2024
$199 after Apr 11, 2024
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Thu, Apr 11, 2024 and receive $20 off. |
OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 20
Program Number: 7781-15366
Registration Deadline: Apr 24, 2024
Date: 6 Tue, July 9-Aug 13, 2024
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Torrey Lauer
Fee:
$179 by June 25, 2024
$199 after June 25, 2024
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, June 25, 2024 and receive $20 off. |
OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 16
Program Number: 7781-15783
Registration Deadline: July 8, 2024
Date: 6 Tue, Aug 6-Sept 10, 2024
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 5-7:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$179 by July 23, 2024
$199 after July 23, 2024
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, July 23, 2024 and receive $20 off. |
OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 16
Program Number: 7781-15965
Registration Deadline: Aug 6, 2024
Date: 6 Wed, Sept 4-Oct 9, 2024
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$179 by Aug 21, 2024
$199 after Aug 21, 2024
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Wed, Aug 21, 2024 and receive $20 off. |
OSHER | ACTIVE Osher members receive 10% discount on Language courses. Contact the the Languages Department at languages@uwm.edu for any questions. |
HPGM | As an ACTIVE member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization (HPGM) receive a 10% discount on this language program. |
Early registration discounts will subtract automatically from the fee if the registration is submitted prior to the deadline. All other discounts require the code in the left column to be entered on the registration form. Only one discount code can be entered on a registration form.
CEUs: 1.5
Enrollment Limit: 16
Program Number: 7781-15966
Registration Deadline: Sept 4, 2024