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Course Information

Cantonese Short Courses for Non-Chinese Speakers

To accommodate the needs of the non-Chinese speaking population, the VLPO has specially designed two Cantonese courses, namely Survival Cantonese and Socialising Cantonese, for non-Chinese speakers in Hong Kong.

Course Objectives
Survival Cantonese

At the end of the course, learners will be able to

  • use common Cantonese expressions for self-introduction;
  • use Cantonese to express numbers, times and dates;
  • use basic Cantonese for shopping;
Socialising Cantonese

At the end of the course, learners will be able to

  • use Cantonese to order food and drinks in restaurants;
  • use Cantonese to address enqiries, such as directions;
  • use simple Cantonese to get around Hong Kong;.
Why Choose Us
  • Lessons are taught by experienced VTC tutors.
  • Learners will receive a certificate issued by Vocational Training Council (VTC) upon successful completion of the course.
Course Details
Survival Cantonese
Course Duration 20 hours (8 lessons)
Mode Part-time 
- weekday evening (7:00 - 9:30pm) or 
- weekday afternoon (2:30 - 5:00pm)
Venue VTC Campuses
Course Fee HK$1,200*
*The course fee is subject to change and for reference only.
Socialising Cantonese
Course Duration 20 hours (8 lessons)
Mode Part-time 
- weekday evening (7:00 - 9:30pm) or 
- weekday afternoon (2:30 - 5:00pm)
Venue VTC Campuses
Course Fee HK$1,200*
*The course fee is subject to change and for reference only.

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