Level 3 Business Spanish Residential FAQs
Who are the Language Alliance?
We are an assessment and training centre working with schools in the UK and internationally as well as professionals in the workplace. We are a team of highly experienced teachers, assessors and educators specialising in foreign languages.
Who are Zador?
Zador is an established language training company with two centres in Spain (Alicante and Vitoria) that offers language lessons to students of all ages as well as running summer camps for children from primary age.
We have worked in partnership with Zador for over 12 years to run business language focused residentials and have sent over 1000 students on our Spanish work experience trips.
What prior knowledge do I need to do the level 3 residential?
You will need to have completed the level 2 Accreditation course in order to access the level 3 course.
Do I need to be accompanied by a teacher or a parent?
We do not require students to be accompanied by teachers neither by parents as you will be supervised by our staff during the programme.
However some schools may have large groups and may wish to send a teacher with their students.
You and your parents will need to complete a form detailing the rules and conditions of the trip.
Can I travel alone?
Airlines accept passengers who are travelling alone from the age of 16.
Once bookings have been completed and we know which airlines/flights students are taking, we will endeavour to organise group transfers to /from the accommodation.
Do I need insurance?
You will be covered by Zador’s insurance during the duration of the course however we do recommend that you take out travel insurance.
Does it matter if I don’t know anyone on the course?
Students are welcome to come on the residential, whether they are travelling alone or with another friend or fellow student.
You will have the opportunity to meet students online in June before the course commences.
The residential will be a great opportunity for you to make new friends and develop your confidence.
The residential will include activities to help you get to know other students and there will always be staff around to support you should you have any concerns.
How does the accommodation work?
You will stay in a twin room with another student on the course.
You can request to share a room if you are travelling with a fellow student.
You can also request an individual room for an extra charge.
We expect all students to follow our code of conduct and respect their fellow room mates by keeping rooms and bathrooms tidy as well as following our lights out policy.
Can you accommodate special requirements?
We aim to support students with any special requirements.
We will send out a booking form where you can notify us of any special requirements such as dietary restrictions, allergies, learning difficulties or physical challenges.
What equipment will I need?
You are welcome to bring and use your mobile phone and a laptop if desired when completing some of the assessments.
You will need writing equipment and also a note book.
Will there be free time on the residential?
Students will have free time in the afternoons and evenings where they can relax in their rooms, in the lounge areas or around the pool. The excursions will include free time on the beach, shopping and/or wandering around Alicante.
What will level 3 course comprise of?
There are 14 assessments to complete.
Your course will actually commence in June online with live online tuition by our team.
We would like all students to have completed module 1 before the residential commences.
Throughout the residential, you will work in small groups/teams to prepare for and sit each assessment. The staff will be live marking and checking your completed assessments and will provide you with feedback each day.
The level 2 Accreditation is based on working for a company whereas Level 3 focuses on what it would be like to promote your own business idea. The approach is supposed to be fun and creative. You do not need to have a deep understanding of business to be able to access this course. The focus is on the application of Spanish in an international business setting.
Just like the level 2 Accreditation, you can use notes/reference materials for most of the assessments; however unlike level 2, the assessments are not graded and you will be able to re visit them based on the feedback you are given.
Will I finish the level 3 assessments by the end of the week?
Our intention is to cover the course throughout the week. However we recognize that students progress at different rates and you may need to complete upon your return. We will mark your assessments and give you feedback upon your return to the UK.
Equally you may wish to wait until you are back at school/college where your teacher can help you complete any outstanding work.
When will I receive my certificate?
We work with the Skills and Education Group and enter candidates annually towards the end of July. Providing you have completed your assessments, you will be entered for your certificate and your school will receive notification in August.
For students who need longer to complete the assessments, you will be entered the following summer and you will receive confirmation on 'A' level results day.
Can I add the qualification to a UCAS application?
Yes, you can add the qualification to your UCAS application. Your teachers will be able to show you how to do this. The qualification will give you 16 UCAS points.
If you haven’t quite completed the assessments, you can still add the qualification along with your 'A' levels/BTECS etc.
Your experience on the residential will also be a great addition to your personal statement!
