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Study Abroad - SPAIN

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Healthcare and Society in Spain

NURS 3970: (6 semester credits)
Class name: Global Perspectives in Healthcare and Society in Spain
Dates: May 20, 2012– June 22, 2012
Director: Dr. Linda Byrd byrdlin@auburn.edu
Phone: (334) 844-6758

Project Description

The objective of the course is to learn about healthcare and healthcare administration in Spain by immersing the student totally into the Spanish language and culture. Prior knowledge of Spanish is NOT required. Students are divided into groups according to their proficiency in Spanish. All of the lessons are taught at the Pamplona Learning Spanish Institute by specially trained instructors that are skilled in teaching healthcare topics in Spanish to beginning and more advanced Spanish speaking students. Topics in healthcare include family medicine, health promotional campaigns, research issues in healthcare, emerging innovations in healthcare, health and welfare, and legal issues in healthcare.

Passport and Visa Requirements

SPECIAL SUMMER VISA NOTICE: Visa regulations are being reviewed and updated constantly, please check with the Office of International Education regarding VISA requirements. You will need to have a PASSPORT by April 4th. If you do not have a PASSPORT: Please check http://travel.state.gov for the nearest local passport office and forms. Application for a United States passport should be made at least 120 days in advance of your departure date. The program recommends that you apply for a passport as soon as you know you are participating in the program, if you do not already have one.

Who Can Attend

Open to students in Health-related Majors at Auburn and other universities and colleges.

Last Updated: Jan. 18, 2011