SPA-310 Advanced Spanish for Healthcare Professionals
This study abroad course develops advanced
Spanish students' linguistic abilities and
cultural awareness, so that they may communicate
more effectively with Spanish-speaking patients
and co-workers in healthcare settings. Students
will review pertinent grammar and develop
vocabulary in the areas of anatomy, common
diseases, medical history assessment, and care of
patients. This course also will help students
develop cultural awareness through
Spanish-language readings and discussions about
the host country's cultural belief systems
related to illness and health.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission and SPA-202,
SPA-235, or equivalent placement.
Corequisites: HSC-397, HSC-106.
Prerequisite
SPA-202, and
SPA-235 must be completed prior to registeringfor this course.
Corequisite
HSC-397 and
HSC-106 must be taken concurrently with thiscourse.