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Essential Spanish for Health Care Professionals
Check back on December 15th for Summer 2010 courses.
June 29-August 6
In 2007, the US Census Bureau reported that 34 million people over the age of five speak Spanish as their primary language in the home. While approximately half of all native Spanish speakers surveyed indicated that they spoke English "very well," the need for Spanish-speaking professionals in social services industries—especially health care—continues to grow.
Focusing on Spanish grammar and terminology specific to the needs of those in the health care profession, this course builds the effective speaking and comprehension skills you need to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients and their families.
College of Arts and Sciences
Essential Spanish for Health Care Professionals
CAS LS 110
Emphasis on the basic grammar and vocabulary used in medical settings where doctors, providers, and front-desk staff interact with Spanish-speaking clients and patients. Essential Spanish for greeting patients and families, establishing rapport, diagnosis, referrals to specialists, interviewing, imparting basic medical advice. No previous knowledge of Spanish is required. This course is the equivalent of CAS LS 111 and 121. 4 cr.
