Spanish for Health Care Professionals

General

Prefix

SPAN

Course Number

100

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Liberal Arts

Description

Basic Spanish for work in the field of medicine and health care. Conversational and written skills to deal with medical situations. Cultural aspects of medicine in different Spanish-speaking countries. May include a community-based service learning project. Previous experience with Spanish recommended but not required.

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

Yes

MN Goal Designation(s)

08

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Use and understand Spanish vocabulary and expressions related to basic health care occupations.

Outcome

Use basic Spanish to communicate effectively with patients.

Outcome

Recognize cultural expressions and communicate respect for cultural differences.

Outcome

Assist Spanish-speaking people in a health care environment.

Outcome

Identify diverse segments of Spanish-speaking populations.

Outcome

Recognize cultural norms that affect the doctor-patient relationship.