This nursing course will provide an enriching cross-cultural experience in which you will be applying your nursing knowledge and assessment skills in a supervised environment. You will have a unique opportunity to experience the culture of Guatemala while providing health education and performing basic nursing assessments in a community clinic setting. Students will examine the culture and health care delivery system of Guatemala through attendance and participation in small community presentations, Guatemalan dinners, and travel to local attractions. Students will be challenged to transform learning from one culture to a broader perspective when providing care in a multicultural society.

PLANNED TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS:
• Service project with Guatemala Esperanza
• Tour of Antigua
• Filadelfia Plantation
• Volcano
• Lake Atitlan
• Local markets
• Zip lining
• Hiking

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Scholarships up to $1,000 are available through HACC Foundation. Applying for scholarships does not guarantee receipt of funds. If you qualify, financial aid can be applied to the program fee. Contact the Financial Aid office on your campus.

NURS282I - 3 credits
Pre-req: NURS140
Travel dates are January 2-9, 2016
REGISTRATION ENDS 10-30-2015