B.A. in Spanish and Community Health
Only about 8% of physicians and 6% of nurses in Texas are Hispanic, creating an urgent need for medical professionals who can communicate with those who prefer or speak only Spanish.
Why pursue a Multidisciplinary Studies in Spanish and Community Health degree from UTSA?
The Spanish and Community Health Multidisciplinary Studies bachelor’s degree offered by UTSA at the UT Center at Laredo combines two core fields, Spanish health interpretation and community health, with a third area of interest customizable to each student, such as health care, community wellness, data science, business and health care interpreting between English and Spanish. This degree is designed for those who wish to use the Spanish language to improve health care accessibility and improve health outcomes. These skills are in high demand in regions such as Laredo and Webb County where the population is growing and has a high concentration of Spanish speakers.
Earn a Multidisciplinary Studies in Spanish and Community Health degree from UTSA at the UT Center at Laredo
Study and train in Laredo and your bachelor’s degree from UTSA. By combining Spanish and Community Health coursework, you’ll be prepared to interpret in medical settings between Spanish and English, bridging the gap that currently increases the risk for misdiagnosis and prevents potentially life-threatening outcomes. The Spanish and Community Health Multidisciplinary Studies degree from UTSA is taught by UTSA faculty at the UT Center at Laredo and will provide you with the flexibility to focus on specific areas of interest that will uniquely prepare you for a variety of positions at different levels of health care management. The Spanish and Community Health Multidisciplinary Studies degree is specifically designed for those who live in the region and want to stay and work to improve the lives of the people of Laredo and Webb County.
Contact
Ana K. Rodriguez
anar@utsa.edu
