Course is intended for those who have no previous knowledge of Estonian. It develops all four skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening. The textbook used in the class is Tere! (I. Mangus, M. Simmul 2015). Additional materials (e.g. Keeleklikk) are also used.

The overall aim of this course is to enable the learner to manage in everyday language situations.

Learning outcomes:
- can understand and use common everyday expressions and simple phrases;
- can introduce themselves and other people and can ask and answer questions about personal details (such as where they are from, where they live and work etc);
- is able to order food and beverages and set up a meeting with a friend.