Spanish for Medical Professions
Spanish for Medical Professions
Introduction to medical terminology as used in oral and written professional contexts, with special emphasis on developing professional writing skills.
| Hours | 3.0 Credit, 3.0 Lecture, 0.0 Lab |
| Prerequisites | SPAN 321 |
| Taught | Fall, Winter |
| Programs | Containing SPAN 323A |
Course Outcomes:
Acquire specialized vocabulary
Acquire specialized Spanish vocabulary related to health care professions.
Read authentic documents
Read and interpret authentic documents and informative texts related to medical care.
Compose written documents
Compose written documents related to the field of health care, such as correspondence, reports, or case studies, incorporating protocols and a level of accuracy appropriate for a professional audience.
Apply writing strategies and processes
Develop and improve writing through multiple drafts by planning, revising, editing, and incorporating feedback.
Demonstrate intercultural awareness
Demonstrate awareness of cultural issues involved in working with Spanish speakers, such as their economic and political realities, social and professional practices, and cultural beliefs and values.
Apply professional skills
Demonstrate practical application of professional skills by researching job opportunities, observing, or volunteering in the field of health care.