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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 basic Cantonese for shopping;
  • read and write simple Chinese characters (dot, vertical and horizontal strokes).
Socialising Cantonese

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

  • use Cantonese to get around Hong Kong;
  • use Cantonese to order food and drinks in restaurants;
  • read and write simple Chinese characters (falling, rising and hook strokes).
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 (6:45 - 9:15pm) or 
- weekday afternoon (2:45 - 5:15pm)
Venue VTC Campuses
Course Fee HK$1,200
Socialising Cantonese
Course Duration 20 hours (8 lessons)
Mode Part-time 
- weekday evening (6:45 - 9:15pm) or 
- weekday afternoon (2:45 - 5:15pm)
Venue VTC Campuses
Course Fee HK$1,200

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