Medical Spanish Core

Summary: Medical Spanish Core is designed for clinicians with intermediate or higher general Spanish skills. The course is organized into 10 organ system-based modules and aims for clinicians to take a full medical history and physical exam in a patient-centered, culturally responsive manner, explain the medical assessment and plan prioritizing the patient’s preferences and values, and request and provide clarification to ensure mutual understanding.

Time commitment: 40-hour learning experience to support meaningful skill development

Mode of instruction: Fully online, asynchronous, and self-paced

Faculty support: Optional virtual monthly drop-in clinic hours led by CCM faculty

Course language: Spanish

Performance objective: After completing this course, participants will be ready to independently conduct complete patient-centered clinical encounters in Spanish in routine and predictable situations.

Modules:

Dermatologic and musculoskeletal systems
Cardiovascular system
Gastrointestinal system
Genitourinary and renal systems
Pulmonary system
Endocrine system
Neurologic system
Psychiatric system
Head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat
Lymphatic system and oncologic issues

Unsure about which course to take? No problem! When you register, you will receive a course recommendation. And if your course isn't the right fit, we'll help you switch to another level at no additional cost during your first module, provided it’s within 30 days of your official course start date.

Course start date: The course will begin on the first day of each month for individuals who register by the 20th of the previous month.

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What participants are saying about Medical Spanish Core

“I like all of it - the content was wonderful, the interactive cases are really cool”
“The cases gave me valuable opportunities to practice speaking and applying Spanish in realistic clinical situations.”
“The feedback aligned closely with the POLOM rubric, providing well-rounded, relevant feedback across the key communication skills assessed during patient encounters.”
“I feel better prepared to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients after completing the course.”

Medical Spanish Core

“I like all of it - the content was wonderful, the interactive cases are really cool”

“The cases gave me valuable opportunities to practice speaking and applying Spanish in realistic clinical situations.”

“The feedback aligned closely with the POLOM rubric, providing well-rounded, relevant feedback across the key communication skills assessed during patient encounters.”

“I feel better prepared to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients after completing the course.”