Spanish for the Professions Undergraduate Academic Certificate
The Spanish for the Professions Certificate equips students with a foundation in the linguistic skills and cultural knowledge essential to understanding and navigating everyday work life in Spanish-speaking communities in a variety of professional settings. With completion of the certificate, students will have attained an intermediate proficiency in Spanish and will be able to communicate effectively in spoken and written Spanish in a professional setting.
All required coursework must be completed with a grade of C or better (O-10-a).
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SPAN 3010 | Advanced Grammar | 3 |
| SPAN 3020 | Advanced Composition | 3 |
| SPAN 3100 | Spanish for the Professions I | 3 |
| or SPAN 3130 | Spanish for the Professions II | |
| Three credits in Upper-Division SPAN Coursework | 3 | |
| Complete STAMP 4S Proficiency Assessment 1 | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Courses to total 12 credits for this certificate
- 1
Please contact the School of Global Studies for information regarding the STAMP 4S.
1. Students will demonstrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in Spanish at a proficiency level of Intermediate Mid on the ACTFL Proficiency Scales.
2. Students will exhibit knowledge of cultural practices, history, and societal norms in Spanish-speaking communities through written assignments, research projects, oral presentations, and/or examinations.
3. Students will demonstrate the ability to understand and effectively communicate in everyday work-related situations in Spanish-speaking communities, including professional settings such as business, hospitality, or education through role-playing scenarios, written assignments, and interpersonal and presentational speaking assessments.