Major in Spanish at Blackburn College Illinois
CommunicationCommunication between cultures
Improve skills in speaking, listening, writing and reading in Spanish
Advanced Spanish proficiency for a wide range of professional and social settings is available
Cultural Competencies
Understanding and appreciation of key cultural differences
Understanding of literary and artistic expressions of Spanish-speaking people and traditions
Interpersonal Relations
Awareness of alternate cultures and value systems
Respect for personal and cultural differences
Listening carefully and actively
Specialized Studies
Health Care: Students will develop skills and knowledge that will enhance their effectiveness with Spanish-speaking patients or clients. Terminology and information specific to the health care field is part of the curriculum.
Criminology: Students will expand their Spanish vocabulary with language commonly used in the field of law enforcement.
Social Sciences: Students will develop increased knowledge of culture, civilization and sociology.
Education: Students who train to be Spanish teachers are in high demand all over the United States. Graduates certified to teach Spanish are extremely likely to find jobs in education.
Business: Students practice oral and written communication with specialized vocabulary