SPAN 203 Spanish for Healthcare Professionals

This intermediate course develops communication skills in Spanish for Health Care and expands knowledge of Hispanic culture. The course is specifically designed for majors in Nursing, Pre-Med, Nutrition and other health care fields. The course content prepares students to use Spanish on the job in health-related fields. Through class discussions and cultural readings, students will see how Spanish speakers perceive the world, especially in the areas of medical treatment and family values. This course prepares students to greet patients, perform a physical exam, discuss symptoms and treatments, schedule appointments, and similar tasks in a culturally appropriate manner.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

SPAN 102

Offered

Spring semester

Fulfills

QuEST Languages and Cultures requirement