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What is PLA?
Portuguese Lingua de Acolhimento or named Portuguese language course "A welcoming Language" is a certify levels A1 + A2 (Elementary User) and B1 + B2 (Independent User), according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
This course is aimed to young people and adults which Portuguese in not their mother tongue as an effective learning not only about the language but also Portuguese culture & custom as effective and transformative and constituting a decisive instrument for social integration, civic and labor market.
It is also indispensable for submitting applications for Portuguese nationality, permanent residence permits and long-term resident status.
Course Requirements
The PLA course is regulated by the relevant authority in Portugal and offered to those who comply with the following requirements:
Citizens aged 16 or over whose mother tongue is not Portuguese regardless of their regular situation in the country. Also aimed at citizens who hold short-term visas for seasonal work, temporary stay or residence.
Recipients must be in possession of the following documents:
Residence permit, in accordance with the national legislation applicable to foreign nationals.
NIF Número de Identificação Fiscal.
If the person does not have residence permit, they must present the following documents:
Proof that the procedure for extending the stay in national territory or for granting or renewing a residence permit has been initiated. (comprovativo from SEF/ AIMA) or Proof of submission of an application for international protection or temporary protection.
NIF Número de Identificação Fiscal or Proof of the Social Security Identification Number (NISS).
Passport from page copy (To verified identity)
Please note: All the information require and submitted on our website is protected under The General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR)
Benefits of Learning with EdPro Association:
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We make easier and smooth process to the student enrolment.
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High-Quality Education and Professionalism: Gain access to top-tier education designed to enhance your professional skills.
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Develop Essential Language Skills: Build Portuguese language proficiency to integrate seamlessly into Portuguese society and communicate effectively in everyday situations.
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Immerse in Portuguese Culture: Learn the culture and customs of Portugal, helping you adapt and feel more connected to your new environment.
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Master Practical Communication: Strengthen your language skills to communicate confidently in daily tasks, whether at work or in social interactions.
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Highly qualified experience teachers regulated by the awarding bodies.
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Nationally Recognized Curriculum: Our syllabus is recognized by the National Qualification Framework in Portugal, ensuring quality and credibility.
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Earn a Valuable Certification: Receive a certificate from reputable awarding bodies upon successfully completing the course—a qualification that is valid and applicable for Portuguese nationality.
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Exceptional Support and Service: Experience outstanding support from our dedicated team, guiding you throughout your learning journey.
Disclaimer
In order to provide the best quality education, service and support to our learners by enrolling with us, All Edpro's courses have service charges that covers the minimal cost to provide best training, online platform, highly qualified teachers and all administrative process that incur.
Our service charges might varies depending on the course level, timetables, availability and other factors. (Please do send us an email for a particular course you are interested, and we will be able to provide all information). Our service charges are reasonable.
Course Curriculum
PLA courses are organized according to the competency and training frameworks included in the National Qualifications Catalogue (CNQ).
Duration: 150h Level A1+ A2
Classes: Online or In- Campus
Mode:
Intensive 8-9 weeks
Less Intensive-12 weeks
Group session:
Morning: 9:00-13:00
Afternoon: 14:00-22:00
Evening: 18:00-22:00
LEVEL A1+ A2:
UFCD 6452 – Eu e meu dia a dia (Me and my daily routine) (25h)
UFCD 6453 – Hábitos alimentares, cultura e lazer (Eating habits, culture and leisure) (25h)
UFCD 6454 – O corpo humano, saúde e serviços (The human body, health and services) (25h)
UFCD 6455 – Eu e o mercado de trabalho (Me and the labour market) (25h)
UFCD 6456 – Meu passado e meu presente (My past and my present) (25h)
UFCD 6457 – Comunicação e vida em sociedade (Communication and life in society) (25h)
LEVEL B1+ B2:
UFCD 6397UI - Me, society and culture / Eu, a sociedade e a cultura (50 hours)
UFCD 6399UI - Cultural current affairs / Atualidade cultural (Workload 25 hours)
UFCD 6400UI - Society and life projects / Sociedade e projetos de vida (50 hours)
UFCD 6401UI - Current affairs / Atualidades (Workload 25 hours)
*Reference: by the National Catalog of Qualification in Portugal.
Certification for PLA Portuguese Lingua de Alcohimento Course
Upon completing the course successfully. They will be certified for the Portuguese Language Proficiency accordingly by the awarding body.
Certificates will be issued: in 3-4 weeks (Timing varies if there are National Holidays and the certifying entities are closed)
Disclaimer: EdPro as a promoter entity provides these (intensive) PLA courses with our partners Qualifica Centre Network and relevant authorities under the guidelines of Ordinance No. 184/2022 of 21 July and 183/2020 of August 5.
Training and Certifications are carried out by our partners awarding bodies.
PLA certifications are recognized for the application of Portuguese Citizenship.
For a better learning experience, the student must follow our class expectations policies
What Our Learners Are Saying
A Edpro é uma escola excelente, muito solidária, professores de qualidade e equipa profissional que me ajudaram a aprender português e concluí com sucesso o meu PLA A1 e A2 para efeitos da minha nacionalidade. Obrigado pela sua educação de qualidade.
Navid Arif
PLA Portuguese Lingua de Alcohimento
I'm a current student, I'm learning everyday new words, new way of talking Portuguese, it will allow me to integrate with Portuguese society. Edpro is a very helpful professional organisation. I would recommend anyone to join Edpro movement.
Imam Hossain
PLA Portuguese Lingua de Alcohimento
As an immigrant i think integration is the main challenge for anyone. without learning Language it's not possible to learn a society. i think learning Portuguese language will allow me to settle my new life in Porto. I like teacher and supportive professional attitude by the Edpro. Thanks Edpro for this opportunity.
Sujon Khan
PLA Portuguese Lingua de Alcohimento
EDPRO Institute is best Institute .I got best service from edpro. My Teacher also was best teacher Alexandra costa. she has wide knowledge
Nasiruddin Karovalia
PLA Portuguese Lingua de Alcohimento
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