A1Goethe-Zertifikat A1
Neetha George
Goethe A1 · 74/100
30 days online course
CEFR A1 · Beginner
A1 German Course in Kerala
Your first German words — learned properly.
A1 is where every German journey begins. In about six weeks you go from no German at all to introducing yourself, handling simple everyday situations and sitting the A1 exam with confidence.
- Classroom
- 3.5 hours a day · 30 working days
- Online
- 1 hour a day · 35 working days
- Batch size
- Max 10 students
- Fee
- Shared on enquiry
Overview
What is A1 German?
A1 is the first level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). At A1 you can understand and use familiar everyday expressions, introduce yourself and others, ask and answer simple personal questions, and interact in a basic way when the other person speaks slowly and clearly. A1 is also the minimum German level asked for in several Germany-related processes, so it is the natural first certificate for most learners.
Who should join?
- Complete beginners with no prior German
- Plus-two and degree students planning to study in Germany
- Nurses and healthcare students starting a Germany pathway
- Professionals who need an A1 certificate for a family or work process
- Learners who studied some German before and want a structured restart
Outcomes
What you will be able to do
- Read and pronounce German correctly, including umlauts and ß
- Introduce yourself, your family, work and studies
- Ask for and give simple information — time, prices, directions
- Fill in forms and write short messages and emails
- Understand slow, clear announcements and short conversations
- Attempt the Goethe-Zertifikat A1 / telc A1 / ÖSD A1 exam
Syllabus
A1 syllabus
The course follows A1 Netzwerk – Deutsch als Fremdsprache and ends with model-paper practice for the Goethe-Zertifikat A1, telc Deutsch A1 and ÖSD A1 formats.
- 01
Getting started
Alphabet, pronunciation, greetings, numbers, spelling your name
- 02
Me and my world
Personal details, countries and languages, family, professions
- 03
Daily life
Time, daily routine, appointments, leisure and hobbies
- 04
Food and shopping
Ordering at a café, shopping, prices, quantities
- 05
Home and city
Rooms and furniture, finding your way, public transport
- 06
Health and body
Body parts, simple symptoms, visiting a doctor
- 07
Travel and weather
Seasons, weather, holidays, simple past experiences
- 08
Exam practice
Model papers in all four modules, speaking rehearsals
Skills
Speaking, listening, reading, writing — plus grammar and vocabulary
Every exam tests four skills. We train all four in every week of the course, supported by grammar and vocabulary work.
Speaking
- Self-introduction (Sich vorstellen)
- Asking and answering questions on everyday topics
- Making simple requests and responding to them
Listening
- Short dialogues and announcements
- Numbers, times and prices
- Identifying key information
Reading
- Signs, notices and short ads
- Simple emails and messages
- Finding specific details in short texts
Writing
- Filling in forms
- Short messages and informal emails
- Writing about yourself
Grammar
- Present tense and key verbs (sein, haben)
- Articles, nominative and accusative
- W-questions, word order, modal verbs, perfect tense basics
Vocabulary
- Around 650–800 high-frequency words
- Family, food, home, city, time, work
- Daily-use phrases and polite forms
Ready to start A1?
Ask for the next batch date, timings and current fee. We’ll also confirm you’re starting at the right level.
Duration & batches
Course duration and batch options
Classroom learning · Thodupuzha
3.5 hours a day · 30 working days
Face-to-face classes at our Thodupuzha centre near the Private Bus Stand. Longer daily sessions mean faster progress and more speaking time.
Online learning · Live
1 hour a day · 35 working days
Live, teacher-led online classes — ideal if you live outside Thodupuzha, work, or study alongside. How online classes work.
Batch timings change through the year. Maximum 10 students per batch.
Why GCA
Why learn A1 with GCA?
- Maximum 10 students per batch, so every learner speaks in every class
- Pronunciation is fixed from day one — not left for later levels
- The same textbook series runs from A1 to B2, so there are no gaps when you move up
- Classroom batches in Thodupuzha and live online batches across Kerala
The teaching methods were very effective, and the instructors were patient and supportive. They provided a strong foundation in grammar and conversation, which really helped me when I moved to Germany for my nursing studies. I was able to pass my language exams and now confidently use German in my daily life and nursing training.
How long does the A1 German course take?
The classroom programme runs 3.5 hours a day for 30 working days. The online programme runs 1 hour a day for 35 working days.
Do I need any German before joining A1?
No. A1 starts from the alphabet and pronunciation, so complete beginners are welcome.
Which textbook is used for A1?
GCA follows A1 Netzwerk – Deutsch als Fremdsprache, the same series used through to B2.
Can I write the Goethe A1 exam after this course?
Yes. The final part of the course is dedicated to exam-format practice for Goethe-Zertifikat A1, telc A1 and ÖSD A1. GCA can also guide you on exam booking.
How many students are in a batch?
A maximum of 10 students per batch.
What is the fee for A1?
Fees depend on the mode (classroom or online) and batch. Message GCA on WhatsApp or call for the current fee and next batch date.
Next step
Talk to a German Course Counsellor
Tell us your goal and current level. A counsellor will recommend the right course, share the next batch dates and the current fee — no obligation.