Apr 21, 2026  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

SPAN 316 - Language and Culture in Healthcare Interactions

Credit(s): 3
SPAN IN HEALTHCARE INTERACTION
Component: Lecture
Expand and practice the linguistic skills required to interact effectively with Spanish-speaking community members around topics related to health, wellbeing, and healthcare. Students will obtain targeted practice focused on the interpretive and interpersonal modes of communication in healthcare contexts, as well as gain a greater command of relevant terminology and grammar, and a deeper understanding of cultural nuances to take into account when providing care.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option
PREREQ: Two SPAN2xx courses
Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring
General Education Objectives:
GE2B: Communicate Orally GE3A: Work Collaboratively Across Cultures GE3B: Work Independently Across Cultures