This advanced course in Spanish and English medical terminology for interpreters builds on the terms and concepts learned in Medical Terminology for Interpreters I. Students will learn about specialty medical treatments, procedures and diagnostics, while also learning how to research unknown terms and manage the register of medical terminology. Students will examine the impact of culture on communication, and explore methods of supporting cross-cultural communication in the interpreting encounter. Course Outcomes: 1. Describe the components of various body systems and how they work together. ILOs (1, 3) PLO (1) 2. Explain the relationship between body systems, diseases, and medical treatments. ILOs (1, 3) PLO (1) 3. Recognize abbreviations and acronyms and their bilingual equivalents used in healthcare. ILOs (3, 4) PLO (4) 4. Demonstrate oral proficiency in bilingual course terminology. ILO (3) PLO (4) 5. Identify linguistic equivalents for common expressions about health and illness. ILOs (3, 4, 5) PLOs (4, 5) 6. Apply research methods to identify and evaluate linguistic equivalents. ILOs (1, 4) PLO (4) 7. Examine beliefs relating to health and illness among various Hispanic cultural groups. ILOs (1, 5) PLO (5)
Prerequisite
Acceptance into CBC's Spanish Medical Interpreting program and completion of INTP 101 and INTP 102 with a 1.5 or better.