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Panama, Panama | Health Practices in Spanish

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Program Overview

Study health practices in Panama through a program designed for students interested in healthcare, global health, Spanish language development, and community engagement.

Coursework is offered through Español en Panamá, SSA’s local academic partner specializing in Spanish instruction for professional fields. Students build Spanish skills in a health-related context while exploring how culture, language, and public health intersect in Panama.

Guided visits to hospitals and health centers, structured service-learning activities in rural communities, and cultural excursions connect classroom learning with practical observation and local experience.

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Program Highlights

Learn Spanish through an intensive course tailored to future health practitioners.
Observe Panama’s health system through guided visits to hospitals and clinics.
Participate in service-learning projects focused on rural and preventative health.
Explore Panama through visits to Guna Yala, Casco Viejo, and the Panama Canal.
Build cultural understanding through community engagement and a cooking workshop.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Emergency Support
Academic Credit
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan

Program Details

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Locations

  • Panama City, Panama

Fields & Subjects

  • Health Sciences

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027
  • Terms Available
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • American

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Other
  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18-25

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What kind of course will I take?

Students take Spanish for the Health Professional, a course designed to help future healthcare professionals build language skills for medical, public health, and community-based settings.

Will I have clinical or community-based experiences?

Yes. The program includes field experiences that may involve hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and local organizations, giving students insight into Panama’s healthcare system.

Will I interact with healthcare professionals or local communities?

Yes. The program is designed to connect classroom learning with real-world healthcare contexts through guided visits, community engagement, and applied learning opportunities.

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