The Spanish for Healthcare Practicum at University of Piura Campus Lima (UDEP Campus Lima) is an 18-day international clinical program exclusively designed for Catholic University students. The three-credit program aims to strengthen students´ linguistic and cultural skills in healthcare settings such as government-run hospitals and mental health community centers. The program is a joint effort between the Language Center, the Department of Psychology, and the Faculty of Medicine at the UDEP Campus Lima. Through a mixture of clinical experiences, health-oriented themes, and public outreach activities, participants will become proficient in the use of the professional language needed to address a wide array of health-related and communicative real-life situations. At the same time, as participants immerse themselves in healthcare situations and activities, they will gain a better understanding of how idiosyncratic, linguistic, and cultural Hispanic (Peruvian) practices may affect the delivery and quality of healthcare services. Upon completion of the program, students will receive a 50-hour international clinical practicum certificate of completion by UDEP University.

Span 495P - International Clinical Practicum in Lima, Perú is a collaboration between Catholic University and the University of Piura Campus Lima's (UDEP) Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Language Center. Through a mixture of clinical experiences, public outreach and interactive discussions, students gain a holistic understanding of healthcare in a Peruvian context. The program consists of clinical experiences where students engage in clinical and psychology-based simulations, gaining insights into idiosyncratic, linguistic and Peruvian cultural practices. Students are supervised by certified medical preceptors and guided in delivering appropriate and effective care in Peruvian government hospitals and clinical facilities.

Students visit local communities and participate in public health fairs in underprivileged neighborhoods to promote health education and wellness. The program incorporates a language immersion aspect, enhancing students' professional Spanish language skills in a healthcare setting. This focused approach aims to achieve a well-rounded and immersive educational experience for students, allowing them to actively engage with and internalize the complexities of Peru's rich history, vibrant culture, and dynamic political landscape. Students receive 3 credits from Catholic University and a 50-hour international clinical practicum certificate from UDEP.