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SPANISH FOR HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES

Course Code:
SPAN 235
Active Term:
Spring
/ Even Years
Course Description:

This course explores the language and cultural knowledge needed for effective communication in health care and social service settings, at the Intermediate-mid level.  We will study the vocabulary and functions needed to communicate about physical and mental health, child welfare, victim advocacy, and basic legal issues. In addition, we will explore the cultural contexts
around health care, mental illness, immigration, race, and the criminal justice system, with readings, films, and speakers. Emphasis will be placed on oral communication and real-world
application, including interpretation training and simulation and a service-learning experience in the community.

Credit:
3
Instruction methods:
Lecture
Prerequisites:

SPAN 203 or equivalent

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