Medical Spanish (Español Médico)

Learn how to navigate healthcare effectively in Spanish.

With an increase in need for bilingual healthcare professionals, Learn Now Learn Well is happy to offer a Medical Spanish online course. In our eight-unit course, you will learn a wide variety of Medical Spanish skills, and feel more comfortable speaking with patients and family members in Spanish. This includes:

  • Medical Vocabulary
  • Communication Strategies
  • Pronunciation Skills
  • Common Medical Phrases and Questions
  • Practice Scenarios
  • Applying for Jobs in the Medical Field

As a self-guided course, you decide how much time you need to spend on each unit and lesson. We want to make sure you are on track with your goals, so you will complete real-world activities and assessments at the end of each unit.

By taking this course, you are making an important and lasting impact in your community. Thank you! ¡Gracias!



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Frequently Asked Questions


Can anyone in the healthcare industry take this class?
Definitely. The course has specific examples and scenarios, but is also general enough so that anyone working in the healthcare industry will find a lot of value in it.
I need to learn medical vocabulary. Will this be taught?
Vocabulary is our biggest unit! We understand the importance of being able to know vocabulary words, so we spend a while focusing on various types of vocabulary, such as body parts, medical equipment, prepositions, and much more.
What level of Spanish do I need to take this course?
We recommend having at least a basic level of Spanish. Some of the vocabulary and grammar we use are at least an intermediate level, so having a background in Spanish would be helpful. If you don’t, however, we do offer a Beginner Spanish class, which would be very helpful to take prior to or along with the Medical Spanish class. (And we offer tutoring for Spanish so you can learn ever faster!)
Will I learn ways to communicate better with patients and family members?
This is a major part of the course, as effective communication is critical with your patients and their family members. We teach you phrases and vocabulary and show you real-life examples of how to communicate easily with patients. We also give you opportunities to practice and share your progress with us to assess.
Will there be chances to practice what I learn?
Absolutely. In addition to real-life examples, you will be assessed at the end of each unit to ensure you are truly learning the materials. You will also have specific tasks to do at the end of each unit, which allows you to prepare for using your Spanish skills with your actual patients.
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts the day you buy it and you pay on a month-to-month basis. Take as many months as you need!
How much does it cost?
$50/month
What if I have questions?
Contact us directly at [email protected].

Your Instructor


Joel Volkert
Joel Volkert

I have a great interest and appreciation for other languages and cultures. I love traveling and meeting new people, and I think you learn a ton while doing so. I have realized that I am very fortunate to have grown up speaking English, the "global language." I also want to share that with others, so that they can also communicate and understand the #1 language of communication in the world. Having taught ESL for nearly 10 years, I have a lot of experience and have created a lot of learning materials for students during those years. I am happy to be able to continue teaching online (and in-person)!

With Spanish being the second most-spoken language in the US, there is an increasing importance in being able to use it, and that's where I can help! My story begins in college, where I majored in Spanish and had the fortune of studying in Madrid, Spain. I had an incredible time and learned a lot. In fact, I had such a good time, I decided to become a teacher! I've tutored, taught and tested Spanish for several years to students of all ages and levels (though the majority being academically for universities), and really enjoy sharing my love of languages with others.

Finally, I have several years of experience in Career Coaching and development, and have helped many students and adults on their way to finding new jobs, careers and life paths. Having gone through many cross-country moves and changing jobs, I know what it is like to look for a new job/career and I am glad to be able to help others be successful in their journeys as well.

Thank you for your interest in taking my courses with Learn Now Learn Well. I hope that you'll find them fun and that you'll learn now and learn well! Good luck! (¡Buena suerte!)


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