Spanish for Health and Human Services Professionals Certificate
The Certificate in Spanish for Health and Human Services Professionals is designed to promote both linguistic proficiency in Spanish as well as increased cultural competency as related to the U.S. Latinx population. It has been specifically created for nursing students, social work students, physical and occupational therapy students, and other members of the health and human services community on campus, with the goal of making these individuals better equipped and more marketable in their chosen professions. However, this certificate can be pursued by any student who has an interest in improving their Spanish, learning more about the U.S. Latinx community, and exploring related topics and issues.
Requirements for a Certificate in Spanish for Health and Human Services Professionals
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| SPAN-320 | Introductions to Us Latinx Studies | 3 |
| SPAN-370 | Medical Spanish | 3 |
| Select six credits of the following: | 6 | |
| Spanish Language in Today's World | ||
| Spanish Abroad | ||
| Voices in Spanish: Writing About Current Issues | ||
| Hispanic and Latinx Crossroads: Cultures, Identities, and Expressions | ||
| Special Topics in Hispanic and Latinx Culture | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Note: 9 credit hours towards the certificate must be taken on campus.