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 | Online | |
Course Format | Meet at the same time each week with the instructor and up to 15 classmates. | • Ideal for those with busy lives wanting flexible, customized learning with weekly or biweekly due dates. • Typically 8-12 weeks per course. |
Course Fee | $189 | $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: $99.82 (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

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

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

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

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
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:
Patrice Burns, M.A.
Karen Woelfle-Potter MBA
Fee: $350
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
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OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-13992
Note: Dates on your registration invoice will reflect FY 2022, however you will be contacted by your instructor within 1-3 business days to arrange your custom schedule.
Registration Deadline: June 30
Date: 6 Thu, Apr 28-June 2
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Joel Espinoza
Fee: $189
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-14334
Registration Deadline: Apr 27
Registration deadline has passed.Date: 6 Tues, June 14-Aug 2, 2022 (no class 6/28 & 7/5)
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6:00-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Torrey Lauer
Fee:
$164 by May 31
$189 after May 31
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, May 31 and receive $25 off. |
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-14449
Registration Deadline: June 14
Date: 6 Thu, Sept 15-Oct 20
Delivery Method: In-person
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Location: UWM School of Continuing Education
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$164 by Sept 1
$189 after Sept 1
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Thu, Sept 1 and receive $25 off. |
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-14223
Registration Deadline: Sept 14
Date: 6 Wed, Sept 21-Oct 26
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Manuel Carrero
Fee:
$164 by Sept 7
$189 after Sept 7
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Wed, Sept 7 and receive $25 off. |
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-14217
Registration Deadline: Sept 21
Date: 6 Sat, Jan 21-Feb 25, 2023
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 9-11:30am CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Joel Espinoza
Fee:
$164 by Jan 7, 2023
$189 after Jan 7, 2023
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Sat, Jan 7, 2023 and receive $25 off. |
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-14361
Registration Deadline: Jan 21, 2023
Date: 6 Tue, Mar 7-Apr 11, 2023
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Karen Woelfle-Potter MBA
Fee:
$164 by Feb 21, 2023
$189 after Feb 21, 2023
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Tue, Feb 21, 2023 and receive $25 off. |
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-14498
Registration Deadline: Mar 6, 2023
Date: 6 Thu, Apr 27-June 1, 2023
Delivery Method: Live Online
Time: 6-8:30pm CT
Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Joel Espinoza
Fee:
$164 by Apr 13, 2023
$189 after Apr 13, 2023
Discounts Available
Discount Code | Description |
---|---|
Early Registration Discount | Register by Thu, Apr 13, 2023 and receive $25 off. |
OSHER | Osher members receive 10% discount. Contact the the Languages Department at 414-227-3118 or languages@uwm.edu. |
HPGM | Receive a 10% discount as a member of the Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Organization. |
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: 7781-14368
Registration Deadline: Apr 27, 2023