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Czech courses for work: Open the door to career opportunities in the Czech Republic

Looking for new career opportunities in the Czech Republic or want to improve your prospects? Learning Czech is the key to your success.
At ICJ.cz we offer Czech language courses that focus on practical application of the language in a professional environment, helping you not only to understand the language, but also to communicate confidently in a variety of situations, both at work and outside of work.

Czech for life A1 / A2 / B1 / B2

Our courses are suitable for all levels. For beginners, we have lessons where you will learn the basics of grammar and the necessary words for everyday communication. If your goal is to succeed on the Czech labour market, our intensive courses, specially designed for professional purposes, will help you learn everything from correct pronunciation to working expressions and specialised vocabulary.

We understand the importance of time, so we endeavour to adapt to your needs. We offer both evening Czech courses, ideal for those who work during the day, and online learning, which allows you to study anywhere. Summer courses are a great way to maximise your free time to make rapid progress.

Whether you are preparing for a Czech language exam or need official confirmation of your level, our courses will not only help you pass the test, but also help you learn practical skills for everyday communication.

ICJ.cz courses are open to everyone: international students who want to cope easily with their studies and immigrants who want to better integrate into Czech society. Our professional teachers will support you every step of the way, helping you not only to learn the language, but also to develop confidence in using it.
Don’t miss the chance to change your life. Enrol in our courses and open up new career horizons!

How to start learning Czech – practical tips for foreigners

Learning a new language is always a challenge, but getting started with Czech can be easier than it seems. Czech is a beautiful, rich and melodious language, and even if it looks difficult at first, with the right approach and a few useful tips the path to success will become much easier.

If you are new to Czech, the first step is not to be afraid and make the learning process fun. Start with simple phrases such as greetings, thank yous or questions on basic information. Simple expressions like ‘Dobrý den’ (Good day), ‘Děkuji’ (Thank you) or ‘Kolik to stojí?’ (How much does it cost?) will help you quickly get into everyday communication.
Invest in quality Czech courses for beginners. Whether you choose intensive Czech courses or convenient online learning, professional teachers will help you understand the structure of the language and teach you how to speak properly from the very beginning. Courses taught by experienced teachers are a great way to build a strong foundation for further language learning.

Intensive Czech language courses (intenzivní kurzy češtiny)

Czech for life A1 / A2 / B1 / B2

Online Czech lessons (výuka češtiny online)

Czech Online A1 / A2 / B1 / B2

It is very important to use Czech not only in lessons. Watch Czech films and TV series with subtitles, listen to Czech music and podcasts. Walking around the city and reading shop signs, posters and signs will help you improve your language level.
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, it’s a natural part of the learning process. Czechs are generally tolerant and will appreciate your attempt to speak their language. Try speaking in markets or ordering in a restaurant – you’ll feel more confident each time you try.

If you intend to take the Czech language exam for permanent residence (trvalý pobyt), citizenship or to obtain a state certificate (státní zkouška na B2), our Institute offers you exam preparation. We guarantee quality preparation for all requirements and will help you improve your Czech language skills to a confident and professional level.

Learn Czech step by step, set small goals and enjoy every achievement. Czech will open up new horizons for you – from friendships and work opportunities to a deeper understanding of Czech culture. At ICJ.cz we are happy to support you every step of the way!

Opening of the ICJ Branch in Brno: First Students, First Success!

We are pleased to announce that in January 2025, a new branch of the Institute of Foreign Languages was opened in Brno! And already on January 27, we welcomed our first students who spent three weeks intensively learning the Czech language.

Intensive A1 Course: 3 Weeks of Productive Learning

From January 27 to February 18, our students engaged in daily studies, immersing themselves in the Czech language. During this short but intense period, they completed the full A1 level, covered key grammar topics, significantly expanded their vocabulary, and learned to apply their newly acquired knowledge in practice, confidently stepping towards the next stage of language learning.

What did students like?
• Intensity: Daily lessons helped quickly grasp the material and reinforce knowledge.
• Teaching: Students appreciated the professionalism and unconventional approach of the instructor. Thanks to the use of associations, learning became more visual and memorable. The lecturer explained how learning one word could help memorize an entire set of related words and recommended useful online tools for self-practice, such as checking the correct use of grammatical cases.
• Effectiveness: Over three weeks, students observed their daily progress, saw real results, and gained confidence in their knowledge.

Tips from our students:
• Many course participants shared that it is best to start learning a language as early as possible – the sooner you start, the faster you see results.
• However, it is crucial to learn Czech with a teacher who provides a structured approach and guides you in the right direction.
• Self-study is a long and unreliable path that often leads to knowledge gaps and loss of motivation.

Courses supported by the Labor Office
These courses were implemented with the support of the Labor Office. Students took advantage of the opportunity to attend courses for free and have already achieved their first results.
We are proud of the first graduates of the ICJ branch in Brno and look forward to welcoming new students to our courses! Do you want to learn Czech just as quickly and effectively? Join us!

Registration for courses is open!

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Actual programmes and courses 2024

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This year we are pleased to present our new programmes supported by the Czech government and new Czech language courses for those who want to learn the language in a short time under the guidance of experienced teachers.

We continue to cooperate with the Czech Labour Office and offer free Czech language requalification courses for foreigners.

As part of the “Support for Ukrainian Youth in Prague” programme, we have also launched a new course for Ukrainian 15-19 year olds with temporary protection in the Czech Republic. The programme will run from September 2024 to June 2025 and aims to help young people adapt to the Czech education system and facilitate their transition to secondary school.

We are also launching a new course ‘Czech for everyone: Learn Czech in 6 months!’ This intensive course from beginner to advanced level (A1-B2) is designed for those who want to master the Czech language effectively for work, study or everyday life in the Czech Republic.

We also invite Ukrainians with temporary protection visa to participate in the new social project of Navigo Praha z.s. “Czech language training for persons with temporary protection from Ukraine”. The project is co-financed by the European Union within the Operational Programme of the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF). The aim of the project is to help people who have been forced to leave their homes because of the war to adapt to life in the Czech Republic and to integrate into Czech society as quickly as possible. One of the main areas of our support is Czech language adaptation courses. These courses are designed to help Ukrainians master the Czech language as quickly as possible, which is necessary not only for everyday communication but also for finding a skilled job. The courses cover both basic language skills and specialised vocabulary useful in specific work environments.

We look forward to welcoming you to our courses this year!

Year zero in practice

On 5 October 2023, a meeting was held at our Institute of Foreign Languages of young Ukrainian refugees with representatives of UNICEF and the Department of Education, Youth and Sports Department of the City of Prague. The meeting with Mr. Scott Lang from the Office of Population, Refugees and Migration (US BPRM) and Valerie Reed, Political Secretary US Embassy in the Czech Republic. The aim of these preparatory classes is to to help children pass the entrance exam and receive support in their integration into high schools in the capital. The program supports Prague City Hall in cooperation with the United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF.

More information about the meeting can be found on the Prague City Hall website:

https://pomocukrajine.praha.eu/cz/

Support of zero years in secondary schools in the framework of the integration of Ukrainian youth aged 15-19 in the territory of the capital city of Prague for the year 2022/2023

The programme “Support of zero years in secondary schools in the framework of the integration of Ukrainian youth aged 15-19 in the territory of the capital city of Prague for the year 2022/2023” was implemented by the Institute of Foreign Languages for ten months.

The intensive teaching of Czech as a second language is supplemented by subject-specific Czech, including basic vocabulary in Czech history, geography, mathematics and civic education. During the program, students are introduced to the Czech education system and the specifics of secondary education and simulate the high school admissions process. The effect is brought about by the so-called “conversation clubs”, where Ukrainian students meet their Czech peers in extracurricular activities.

We firmly believe that the effective integration process is also influenced by the “family” atmosphere of our school, which promotes good psychological well-being of students. We try to treat each individual with respect and individuality, but at the same time we teach them to live by the rules.

Over 200 Ukrainian students have graduated from the program, and feedback from them indicates that more than 80% of them have fully participated not only in the regular educational system, but also in life in the Czech Republic.

Our big priority is to lead students to independence and responsibility for their own decisions, not only in education but also in their personal lives.

We are convinced that the programme makes sense. Our gratitude for the opportunity to help Ukrainian students belongs especially to The Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM), which, through the UNICEF Children’s Fund and the Prague City Hall – Department of Education, Youth and Sports, finances this project.

PARTNERS

Adaptation groups for children from Ukraine 2023. Event “Spring meeting”

Spring Meeting event, where children aged 3 to 18 from Ukraine, who were included in our free adaptation program, performed for their parents.

Together with their teachers, the children performed their dance routines and sang songs accompanied by the piano, demonstrating their singing skills and knowledge of the Czech language.

Parents were proud of their children and rejoiced at their success at the stage. We, in turn, admire the talent of these children and the way they skillfully and with great commitment demonstrated their skills.