Undergraduate Certificate in Spanish and Latino Studies for the Health and Human Services Professions
Learn to communicate effectively in Spanish within medical and related human-service areas with the Undergraduate Certificate in Spanish and Latino Studies for the Health and Human Services Professions in the College of Liberal Arts. This 18-credit听specialized certificate program prepares undergraduate students听to meet the unique healthcare and social service needs of the Latinx听populations in the U.S.
Develop oral communication, reading comprehension and written expression听through highly interactive classes. Study essential medical vocabulary and Latinx culture as it specifically applies to the delivery of healthcare. Increase knowledge and competency in Spanish and become equipped with the terms and cultural norms relevant within a hospital, clinic or other health facility.
As the number of Spanish speakers in the U.S. continues to climb, knowledge of the language and culture provides the听skill sets needed to efficiently and compassionately work with the Latinx community. Once students understand cultural nuances, they provide more accurate care for Spanish speakers and potentially increase efficiencies and patient safety across healthcare systems.
Students pursuing the certificate can also participate in study away opportunities, internships and departmental events.
Classes & Curriculum
The interdisciplinary curriculum requires six Spanish language courses including听four language classes and two culture classes from which there are many options available based on your personal and professional interests. Students do not need prior experience with the language and may begin with introductory level coursework.听 Courses offered as part of the curriculum may include
- Basic Spanish I 补苍诲听II,听
- Hispanic Readings,听
- Intermediate Spanish,听
- Latin America听through Film and Fiction,听
- Latino Identity in the United States, and
- Spanish for Health Professionals.听
The certificate听is awarded at the completion of your bachelor鈥檚 program. It cannot be awarded as a stand-alone program of study or after completion of your bachelor鈥檚 degree.
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Careers
Students pursuing the听Certificate of Specialization in Spanish and Latino Studies for the Health and Human Services Professions听are prepared to meet the rising demand for bilingual healthcare professionals. They are poised to advance their careers and have access to greater job opportunities.
听can set you apart in today鈥檚 global job market. It can increase your marketability and opportunities for career advancement and promotion. Bilingual professionals can communicate with a larger population and help increase an employer鈥檚 competitive edge.听, acquisition of a second language听, and it may improve听听补苍诲听听skills.
Additionally, studying a language and its culture can help you develop empathy and global thinking. It can broaden your perspective and help you cultivate a greater understanding of people and, in turn, the world. The critical skills gained from learning another听language are directly applicable to today鈥檚 rapidly diversifying world and can be used across all fields and disciplines.