Health Practices in English
Panama City, Panama
Health Practices in English
Panama City, Panama
Program Overview
Through English-taught coursework and guided healthcare experiences, students connect classroom learning with real-world health settings in Panama City.
Healthcare Site Visits
Observe Panama’s healthcare system through guided visits to hospitals and health centers.
Health Practice Experience
Connect classroom learning with real-world healthcare settings in Panama.
Medical Coursework
Take health-focused courses in English designed for future healthcare professionals.
Ready to learn and explore?
Turn your break into an adventure: travel, connect, and make memories — all while earning credits that count back home.
Program Details
Program Availability
Summer
- Start Date: May, 2027
- End Date: Jun, 2027
Requirements
- Minimum age: 18
- GPA: 2.5
- No prerequisites
Inclusions
- Classes at ¡EPA! Español en Panamá
- 4 credits
- Service Learning related to health in rural communities
- Visits to hospitals and healthcare centers
- Elementary Spanish instruction related to the medical profession
- Accommodation in homestays or student residence
- Frequent excursions and travel opportunities
Why This Program?
Study global health in Panama City, where medicine, culture, and community health come together. Taught in English, this summer program gives students interested in healthcare, medicine, nursing, public health, and global health the chance to explore Panama’s healthcare system through coursework, guided practice experiences, and visits to hospitals and health centers.
Academic Excellence
Take engaging courses focused on medicine, public health, healthcare systems, and global health.
Cultural Immersion
Live, learn, and connect through local activities, excursions, and daily life.
Personal & Professional Growth
Build your global mindset while gaining international exposure to healthcare and community health practices.
Exploration & Adventure
Discover the Panama Canal, tropical rainforests, Caribbean beaches, and the country’s unique blend of modernity and nature.
Why This Program?
Study global health in Panama City, where medicine, culture, and community health come together. Taught in English, this summer program gives students interested in healthcare, medicine, nursing, public health, and global health the chance to explore Panama’s healthcare system through coursework, guided practice experiences, and visits to hospitals and health centers.
Academic Excellence
Take engaging English-taught courses focused on medicine, public health, healthcare systems, and global health.
Cultural Immersion
Live, learn, and connect through local activities, excursions, and daily life.
Personal & Professional Growth
Build your global mindset while gaining international exposure to healthcare and community health practices.
Exploration & Adventure
Discover the Panama Canal, tropical rainforests, Caribbean beaches, and the country’s unique blend of modernity and nature.
Academics
Course Selection
All coursework for this program is offered in English and focuses on health practices, medicine, public health, and global healthcare systems. Students enroll in one academic course worth 4 credits, designed for students interested in healthcare professions and global health.
Courses
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Why Panamá?
Panama City is where modern skyscrapers meet tropical beaches and rainforest adventures. This dynamic capital connects the Americas — offering a rich blend of cultures, history, and innovation that makes every day an exploration.
- Modern & diverse – a global hub with Latin, Caribbean, and international influences.
- Nature all around – from the Panama Canal to rainforest trails and island getaways.
- Food & culture – experience local flavors, street markets, and a thriving art scene.
- Gateway location – easy travel across Central America and quick access to both coasts.
Trips and Excursions
Guna Yala
Canal de Panamá
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