Foreign Languages Q: What languages does the program offer? A: The Brookhaven College in CE offers non-credit classes in Spanish and French. Progressive levels of each language are offered at various times and days throughout the year. Q: How long is each course? A: Quick Spanish and Quick French are 16 hours. The Spring, Summer and Fall sessions are four weeks long with four hours of class per week. Q: Is there a minimum age requirement to enroll in a language class? A: Yes. The program is designed for adults 18 years or older. Q: Should I take a conversation course? A: Conversation courses are the ideal way to learn to speak a language. Conversation can be taken when one has previously mastered the vocabulary and grammar for that level. Q: Do I need to take a placement exam? A: No testing is necessary for beginning students. Students, who have some background in Spanish and French, will be contacted by the instructor for a phone interview to determine placement.