Program Details
This program is designed to train students and employees in the health science field to communicate professionally and effectively with Spanish-speaking patients. Students will learn basic reading and writing skills, although emphasis is placed on oral and aural skills development. The course content will enable the student to facilitate routine medical office procedures for the Spanish-speaking patient.
Total Credit Hours: 24
Available at these campuses: Indianapolis - East
* The number of "estimated total quarters" for each program assumes you are enrolled full-time (at least 12 credit hours per quarter) throughout the entire program.
Students taking more than 12 credit hours in a quarter will finish in fewer quarters; likewise, students taking fewer than 12 credit hours in a quarter may require
additional quarters. Transferred credits from previous colleges, testing out of classes, and successfully completing classes (avoiding having to repeat a class) may
also affect program length.
Career & Skills Related Details
Possible Job Titles
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the U.S. Census Bureau are charged with collecting and reporting data on total U.S. employment across the full spectrum of SOC major groups. Occupations are classified based on work performed and on the skills, education, and/or training needed to perform the work at a competent level. The link below includes possible job titles, SOC codes, National and Indiana State Median Incomes, and links to O*Net for additional job title information. This information was aggregated from O*Net and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Occupational Medical Spanish SOC Codes
Skills, Tasks & Knowledge of the Job
- This certification may be used for many professionals with existing careers in the medical field or students currently pursuing a medical degree with Harrison College.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with Spanish-speaking patients.
- Implement basic lingual, reading and writing skills in a health care setting.
- Facilitate routine medical office procedures for the Spanish-speaking patient.
- Other required skills include: Phone reception, word processing, medical record filing, appointment scheduling, light bookkeeping, and proficiency in medical practice software functions.
Typical Work Environments
- All physicians’ offices: private practices, clinics, med-checks, laboratories and virtually any health care setting
The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system is used to classify workers into occupational categories in order to collect
statistical data. Information regarding the SOC system or specific SOC codes can be found on the
Bureau of Labor Statistics' website.
Curriculum Details
Course Number
Course Name
Credit Hours
General Education Courses
SPN1000
4
Course Description:
This course provides students with the basic facets of the Spanish language. Topics covered include the pronunciation of the alphabet, basic Spanish grammar, present tense verb conjugations and everyday vocabulary with emphasis placed on speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Professional
SPN1040
4
Course Description:
Please see the Harrison College Course Catalog for a list of courses for this program.
SPN1070
4
Course Description:
Please see the Harrison College Course Catalog for a list of courses for this program.
SPN1110
4
Course Description:
Please see the Harrison College Course Catalog for a list of courses for this program.
SPN1120
4
Course Description:
Please see the Harrison College Course Catalog for a list of courses for this program.
SPN1130
4
Course Description:
Please see the Harrison College Course Catalog for a list of courses for this program.
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Tuition & Fees Details
Total Tuition Cost: $8,760
Total Books/Supplies Cost: $1,250
Total Miscellaneous Cost: $460
Tuition: $300 per credit hour
*Additional charges and fees may apply. Please refer to the Harrison College Catalog for more information.
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