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Medical Spanish- Course Structure
• Program designed for health-care professionals and students working with Spanish-speaking populations.
• Combines the regular Spanish immersion program with medical-specific Spanish and cultural training.
• Start Dates: all year round. Beginner Spanish students should start on an official start date. Students with prior Spanish may begin any week.
• In addition to the special program, students are encouraged to participate in the school social activities.
Spanish course
• All levels – Max 6 student per class – 20hours per week
• Many students also choose supplemental private Spanish lessons, in addition to the standard group course, to focus on particular needs or on "Medical Spanish" (such as role-playing).
Clinical Shadowing
• Students can observe professionals interacting with patients in Spanish and observe the similarities and differences between these clinics and those in their home country
• Intermediate Spanish minimum
• Developed in either a hospital or health clinic
• 2 sessions per week, Min 1:30hs – Max 4hs
• Student must wear white lab coat and respect all the internal rules at institution
• Short hair or well kept and tied back
• No piercings
Application
Because of the various prerequisites for clinical shadowing, this program is by application only.
Application is due at least 2 months prior to the program start date.
• Enrollment
• Resume
• Cover letter
• A transcript from highest or current level of medical education completed AND/OR a photocopy of medical license.
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Testimonial:
I shadowed two doctors, both of whom were quite willing to explain everything they were doing.
They were very approachable and informative. I enjoyed learning from them.
- Abilash Gopal, Medical Student - Tufts University |
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| Program Fees: |
| Registration |
$75 |
Clinical Shadowing
(2/week) |
$100/week |
Spanish
Lessons |
Group $190/wk
Private $320/wk
(+25% if customized to medical terms) |
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