The methods used emphasize spoken Greek, and include language games and exercises combined with textbooks and other materials. Instructors are Greek nationals who speak English and several other languages. Two of the instructors have written and published widely-used Greek language textbooks, and other have written supplementary books to enrich the language program. Participants in the language courses are encouraged to develop an interest in many aspects of Greek life and culture. Extra materials are used in all classes, and include folk songs, literature and articles from newspapers and periodicals.
Students receive certificates at the end of each successfully completed course.
A three-week summer session is held each year on the island of Spetses. The program includes immersion language classes, extra activities such as Greek folk dance and films, and optional excursions to the Epidaurus Festival of Ancient Greek Drama. The Athens Centre offers Greek language courses from beginning through advanced levels. Each level consists of 60 hours of classroom instruction. Courses vary in intensity and duration, but all courses with the same level number cover the same materials.