Are you working, living or studying - temporarily - in the Netherlands? And would you like to grow further in your Dutch language skills, then this course is for you. With this Dutch A2 course you develop your level from A1 to A2. Afterwards you will be able to talk with your neighbors, friends and colleagues. You recognize, understand and use common phrases. You can tell something about yourself or your family, express yourself while shopping and in public transport. You finish this course at Dutch A2 level. 

From level Dutch A1 to A2 

Starting level at the beginning of the course: A1
Final level at the end of the course: A2 

In brief  

• 20 classroom lessons in 10 weeks
  
• 50 contact hours: 2 lessons per week of 2.5 hours
  
• 5 hours of self-study per week 
  
• For: expats, highly educated non-native speakers 

Please note that classes starting in May are less than 10 class weeks and have more class minutes per week. 

Level A2 Dutch Course - The lessons  

You will be assigned to a group of students of your own level. With level A1 as a starting point, you grow to Dutch A2. The interactive lessons are led by an expert teacher. After explaining the theory, you will start applying it yourself. In the lessons you practice a lot on speaking and listening skills. During self-study, online at home, you will work on listening, reading and writing skills. The course is designed to help you improve your Dutch language skills and feel more comfortable in the Netherlands.  

Objectives Course - learning Dutch A2 

In this course you will improve your Dutch and be more confident in everyday life.  

• You can have simple conversations about familiar and everyday topics. 
• You understand and can respond to short stories, conversations and instructions. 
• You can make phone calls and solve simple problems. 
• You write simple letters and emails, such as complaints, requests and informational texts. 
• You achieve, with a minimum of 80% attendance, Dutch communication skills at level A2 

Certificate 

Upon successful completion of the Dutch A1 course, you will receive a certificate confirming your language level and participation (minimum 80% present).  

Material  

Book: Dutch in progress chapters 10 to 18
ISBN: 9789046905609
The book is not included in the price, if you have participated in Dutch A1 intensive then you already own the book. 
You can order the book from: https://www.coutinho.nl/nl/nederlands-in-gang-9789046905609  

Online study materials  

When you purchase the book it automatically includes a code for the website. This contains many online practice materials that you can use to get started at home. This material consists of: 

• (interactive) assignments to further practice vocabulary, verbs, dictation, pronunciation, grammar, reading and listening 
• audio of dialogues, pronunciation, language acts, texts and vocabulary 
• grammar and pronunciation videos 

Group size 

The minimum number of participants is six, with a maximum of 12.  

Why choose Platform C in Amstelveen?  

• Learning Method for highly educated non-native speakers 
• Lots of practice in practice  
• Central location in the middle of Amstelveen  
• Professional and skilled teachers  
• For all Dutch students we organize additional activities  
• After taking this intensive course, you can immediately move on to Dutch B1.1 intensive  

Useful links 

If you are a Dutch beginner check out: Dutch A1 course intensive 
Explanation of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). 
Also check out annual course options 
NT2 courses, learning line to continue learning Dutch courses

Intake and registration

If you are progressing from course A1 intensive, you can enroll immediately. Is this your first Dutch course? Then first sign up for a personal intake, then you can be sure to start the course at your level. Click through to the intake page and read how the intake goes. After the intake, the instructor will advise what level you can start at. You can then sign up by that course.