The nēhiyawēwin 10 course aims to develop students' proficiency in the nēhiyaw language by focusing on practical communication skills. It covers interacting with the community and environment, understanding language as a connected set of ideas, and producing clear, understandable speech. Students learn to use language strategies to convey meaning accurately and coherently, and practice various language functions for giving information, socializing, and inquiring. The course also emphasizes self-reflection, helping learners assess their strengths and needs in language learning, particularly in relation to family, community, and land, and set goals for continued improvement.

The nēhiyawēwin 20 course builds on basic language skills, focusing on communication in more complex situations. Students learn to express ideas clearly, improve their speech, and use strategies to enhance understanding. They practice various language functions like sharing information, socializing, interpreting, researching, and producing communication. Students also reflect on their language abilities, assess their strengths and needs, and set goals for improvement related to family, community, and land.

The nēhiyawēwin 30 course helps students improve their language skills by interacting with their community and environment. It focuses on using effective strategies for communication, while improving accuracy, proficiency, and coherence in speaking. Students practice giving and receiving information, socializing, interpreting, researching, and producing language. They also reflect on their language abilities, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and set goals for improvement, particularly in relation to themselves, their family, and their community.