Medical Spanish Program
Program Overview
Enhance your Medical Spanish in Ecuador!
Looking to improve your Spanish for healthcare settings while immersing yourself in Ecuadorian culture? Our Medical Spanish Program offers personalized, one-on-one instruction (20 hours weekly) designed to help you communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients. Open to all levels, this hands-on experience will strengthen your language skills while giving you a deep cultural understanding.
What’s included?
Medical-focused Spanish lessons and simulations tailored to your needs
Homestay with a local family (meals, laundry, and Wi-Fi included)
Exciting weekend excursions to explore Ecuador’s beauty
Cultural activities: Latin dance, cooking, and pottery classes
Welcome Kit (notebook, pen, tram or bus card)
Flexible start dates, with a minimum stay of 2 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks – $2,160
3 weeks – $3,185
4 weeks – $4,220
Extra week – $845
This program is available without homestay (reduced rate).
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
- Winter
- Trimester
- Academic Year
- Throughout the Year
- May Term
- Spring Break
- Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Spanish
Updated Feb 12, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Cuenca, Ecuador
Fields & Subjects
- Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Spanish
- Public Health
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
- Summer
- Winter
- Trimester
- Academic Year
- Throughout the Year
- May Term
- Spring Break
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- Spanish
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University 5th Year or More
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
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Who can join the Medical Spanish Program?
Anyone! This program is open to all levels—whether you’re a medical student, healthcare professional, or simply interested in medical Spanish, our one-on-one instruction will be tailored to your needs.
How is the Medical Spanish instruction structured?
You’ll receive 20 hours of private lessons per week, focusing on medical terminology, patient interactions, and real-life healthcare scenarios to help you communicate effectively in a Spanish-speaking medical setting.
What cultural activities and excursions are included?
In addition to your Spanish lessons, you'll enjoy Latin dance, cooking, and pottery classes, as well as weekend guided excursions to incredible sites like Cajas National Park, Ingapirca, and Cuenca’s historic center.
What is the homestay experience like?
You'll stay with a local Ecuadorian family, where you'll get three home-cooked meals per day, laundry service, and Wi-Fi—a perfect opportunity to practice Spanish in a natural setting and immerse yourself in the culture.
How do I apply and when should I submit my application?
The application form must be submitted at least one week in advance. We recommend applying as early as possible to secure your spot. Contact us to start your journey!
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