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Founded in 1962, UVI is a public, co-ed, land-grant HBCU in the United States Virgin Islands.
The Professional Spanish Certificate is designed for students who wish to work in
the medical field, law enforcement, first responders, hospitality, and other businesses.
The Professional Spanish Certificate will prepare students in acquiring the necessary
language and intercultural skills needed to communicate with French or Spanish speaking
populations. Speaking a second language can give professionals an edge when applying
for a job in this ever more interconnected society, and a better appreciation of different
cultures. The requirements for the Professional Spanish Certificate consist of the
following courses: