Middlebury

SPCI 8730

Medical Concepts/Terminology

Medical Concepts and Terminology

This course seeks to delve deeply into the current professional practice of medical interpretation by providing an introduction to medical concepts and terminology. This course provides an overview of key medical concepts and terminology that are essential for interpreting in the medical setting. This includes basic anatomy and terminology related to diseases, symptoms, and procedures, but also a look at the structure of the medical interview, as well as the complex US healthcare system and some of the challenges of interpreting in this system. A key part of the course will be learning where to find information to continue building knowledge of a complex field.

Subject:
Spanish Community Interpreting
Department:
Translation & Interpretation
Division:
Transltn, Interpret & Lang Edu
Requirements Fulfilled:

Sections

Spring 2025 Language Programs, MIIS First Half of Term

SPCI8730A-S25 Online

Spring 2024 Language Programs, MIIS First Half of Term

SPCI8730A-S24 Online (Borghi)

Spring 2023 Language Programs, MIIS First Half of Term

SPCI8730A-S23 Online (Parker)

Spring 2022 Language Programs, MIIS First Half of Term

SPCI8730A-S22 Online (Parker)

Spring 2021 Language Programs, MIIS First Half of Term

SPCI8730A-S21 Online (Parker)