Spanish for Human Resources

Our grammar-based method provides the conversational foundation to conduct interviews, explain benefits, handle employee relations, and ensure all team members feel supported.

A woman taking a Spanish class via Zoom from her couch
"Worth every penny - Spanish skills transformed completely."
Mary Smith, NYC
students enrolled so far in 2026

How Berges Institute Helps HR Professionals:

  • Build conversational Spanish through the Graf Method
  • Small group classes with personalized attention
  • Native Spanish-speaking instructors
  • Learn to explain policies and procedures in Spanish
  • Flexible online scheduling for busy HR professionals
  • Foundation for workplace communication in Spanish
A woman taking a Spanish class via Zoom

Frequently asked questions

I need to conduct interviews and explain benefits. Will this help?

Yes. Once you have conversational fluency, you'll be able to conduct interviews, explain benefits, discuss policies, and handle employee relations in Spanish. The grammar-based foundation we provide lets you communicate clearly about any HR topic, even if you occasionally need to look up specific terminology.

Do you teach HR-specific vocabulary and terminology?

We teach conversational Spanish through grammar and sentence-building. The specialized vocabulary for benefits, policies, employment law, and HR procedures can be learned more easily once you have this conversational foundation. Many HR professionals supplement with industry glossaries.

How quickly can I start communicating with Spanish-speaking employees?

Most students can handle basic workplace conversations within 10-15 months of consistent study. This allows you to communicate with Spanish-speaking employees about basic HR matters, with more complex discussions developing as you progress to intermediate proficiency.

Will this help me create a more inclusive workplace?

Absolutely. When HR professionals speak Spanish, Spanish-speaking employees feel more supported and included. You'll be able to communicate directly about important workplace matters, ensuring all employees have equal access to HR services and information.

A man taking an online Spanish class with a laptop at a coffee shop

Reviews from our students

Chung s.
2026-01-17
Really love the pacing of the class and my teacher Silas is great!
Brit L.
2026-01-14
As someone who spoke absolutely no Spanish beyond sí / no / gracias, this class provided the foundation for exponential improvement and comprehension that has been extremely rewarding.
Anonymous
2026-01-07
This is an easy on line class that moves quickly into using the words in Spanish from the first class. I am just in the beginner class but the lessons are well planned to give a structure to the grammar and my instructor is very supportive. I am enjoying the on line class very much.
Paula Cerdas
2026-01-07
This has been an excellent class. At least for me it moves at the perfect pace. We cover a lot of material, but not so quickly that I would fall behind. I had taken a bit of spanish in middle school about 20 years ago, and having that foundation was helpful, but this class was mostly new material anyway. The teacher was very friendly and helpful, and I liked the other class members I was learning with. It's been great struggling, succeeding, and improving alongside a group.
Samuel B.
2025-12-24
This has been a excellent course. I enjoy the instruction from Claudia Montoya. She very knowledgeable, engaging and friendly. I wish I had done this sooner.
Hardwick Johnson
2025-12-19
This course was exactly the right one for my level. The pacing and breadth of instructional content was very good for helping me build basic skills to continue learning. The instructors that I have experienced have all been very knowledgeable, patient and helpful.
Alexandra Anderson
2025-12-17
Overall I found the structure of the introductory course to be very good. The topics and vocabulary seemed well matched. However, I do wish that the text book provided more in-class exercises that are separate from the homework exercises. More is always better when learning a language. Completing weekly homework that is a duplicate of what is done is class is not the most effective way of learning a language. Variety and repetition are the keys.
Susan E.
2025-12-15
I was hesitant to take classes online but have thrilled with the Berges classes. I moved to Madrid at 56 with zero Spanish. I appreciate that this program started at the very beginning and met me where I'm at. I feel supported and encouraged. I find them to be small and much more personal than I expected. I have taken classes with several different teaches and without exception, they are positive, organized and effective. I find the program clear and supportive. I especially like the corresponding workbooks and homework assignments. I plan to continue with the program as I see it as a great value.
Martha Hao
2025-12-14
The Beginners class is perfect! The classes are small-size, so it allows the teacher to focus on the students one-on-one. I like how there's enough homework in-between (it forces you to study), so that you're held accountable in reviewing the answers the next class. I highly recommend Gloria Alveal! She is very professional, knowledgeable, and patient. Whenever I reschedule a class, I always try to reschedule to another one of her classes!
Lehra Samadhi
2025-12-10
I originally skipped level 1 and started with level 2 because I already had the bacis down, but since the monthly membership allows me to take any class I want, whenever I want, I decide to try some level 1 classes for extra practice and thought they were great. I ended up learning something new in each class.
Patty Enright
2025-12-06
The program has been outstanding since my initial contact. The website and materials are clear and easy to navigate. The material/learnings move quickly and always reinforced with homework. the price is VERY attractive. The learning group size perfect. Convenient moveable classes (and greta video classes) From time to time the instructor may change but the training is similar so no break in continuity Salsa Bermudez is wonderful. Gloria is a breath of fresh air- smart and a great teacher too. Terrific balance of learning and speaking to reinforce the subject matter. 1000% recommend