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2026-2027_College Catalog

SPA 125 - Spanish for Health Professionals


Credits: 3
Lecture: Three lecture.
Develops a practical speaking knowledge of common medical terms frequently used in a variety of health care settings. Provides significant cultural information essential to field. Prior knowledge of Spanish useful but not required.

Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
  1. demonstrate knowledge to obtain the client’s medical history;
  2. give basic health care instructions;
  3. convey the client’s communications to the physician and other members of the health team when necessary;
  4. give the necessary directions encountered in a medical situation;
  5. demonstrate knowledge of cultural norms, values, beliefs, and regional variations within areas where Spanish is used.


Grading Option: May be taken for S/U credit.