Spanish for Medical Personnel
In today’s diverse healthcare environment, the ability to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients is more crucial than ever. The Tennessee Language Center’s Spanish for Medical Personnel course is specifically designed to equip doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals with the essential Spanish language skills and cultural competencies needed to provide high-quality care.
Next Course:
• Jan. 19–May 6
• Mondays & Wednesdays
• 6-7:15 p.m. CST
• No class March 9 + 11
• 15 weeks total
Why Choose This Course?
Instructor Stephen Walden is an adjunct professor of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and also teaches high school Spanish.
No Prior Spanish Required: Beginner-friendly curriculum tailored for medical settings.
Practical Communication Skills: Learn to conduct basic medical conversations, including patient intake, symptom discussion, and care instructions.
Cultural Competency: Gain insights into Hispanic/Latino/a/x healthcare practices to build trust and rapport with patients.
Professional Credential: Upon completion, take the nationally recognized STAMP 4S language skills exam to document your Spanish proficiency on your resume.
At the end of the course, you will take the nationally recognized STAMP 4S language skills exam, which allows you to document a formal Spanish proficiency designation on your resume.
Components of Spanish for Medical Personnel:
- Lecture
- In-Class activities
- Homework assignments to support learning
- Simulated practice sessions to put theory and skills learned in class into practice
- Exploration of Hispanic/Latino/a/x healthcare
Benefits for Healthcare Organizations
Improve Patient Satisfaction: Enhance communication with Spanish-speaking patients, leading to better health outcomes and patient experiences.
Staff Development: Invest in your team’s professional growth and cultural competency.
Flexible Scheduling: Courses offered multiple times a year to accommodate varying schedules.
Cost:
$975
(Includes all course materials. May be paid in three payments ($325 each).
Refund Policy:
Students who withdraw before the first day of class or within the first 12 class hours: Full refund
Students who withdraw after the first 12 class hours: No refund