Global Perspectives in Healthcare: Interprofessional Short Study Program in Portugal

Catalog description

This three-credit, elective course is intended for undergraduate or graduate students who will be immersed in a 15-day short-term study abroad experience. All students enrolled in programs of study within the John G. Rangos School of Health Sciences will be eligible to enroll in this course. As space permits, students from programs in related disciplines may also be enrolled. The aim of this course will be to expand the global diversity of health science students through examination of the culture and healthcare structure in the international setting of Portugal. Social and scientific factors as related to beliefs and practices within Portugal will be examined. Student will examine fundamental aspects of interprofessional communication in Portugal and the United States of America (USA).