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Panama, Panama | Health Practices in Spanish

by: SSA Education Abroad

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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.

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.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Panama City, Panama
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 18-25
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Health Sciences
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
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Last Updated: Jul 10, 2026

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Program Details

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Locations

  • Panama City, Panama

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Health Sciences

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027

Terms Available:
  • Summer

Age Requirement

18-25

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees(optional)
  • 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

Refund Policy

Other

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

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

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Other
  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

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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