ABOUT THE FACULTY
The Metropolitan University of Education, Science and Technology, through the Faculty of Health Sciences, trains professionals in administrative management, teaching, research and healthcare work. These programs seek to develop skills through academic spaces and practices, transferring knowledge to the work field. Programs include Bachelor's Degrees in Medical Records and Health Statistics, Health Education (Health Promotion), Physiotherapy, General Psychology and Occupational Health and Safety, integrating teaching, research and extension.
The Faculty of Health Sciences stands out for its high employability, flexibility in study modalities, alliances with entities in the health sector, and teachers with extensive experience. It has facilities such as a Physiotherapy center and a simulation laboratory. In addition, it publishes the magazine SALUTA, where articles and essays on Health Sciences are found, and guarantees research protocols with its Bioethics Committee.
The Faculty focuses on training caring, committed and entrepreneurial professionals, with innovative programs updated to the needs of society.
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Comprehensive mental health: experts share knowledge and experiences at the first Psychology symposium
The importance of prevention, psychological intervention, and the promotion of well-being was the central theme of the First Mental Health Symposium, held in
Future nursing professionals prepare to begin their clinical internships in North Panama
As part of their professional training process, second-year students of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing at UMECIT participated in an induction day
Developmental Psychology II: UMECIT students connect theory with reality
Last Sunday, September 27, 2026, students of the Bachelor's Degree in General Psychology at UMECIT, belonging to the subject Developmental Psychology II,
Students strengthen their technical skills with SHEEQ Consulting, SA.
More than 20 of our students participated in a day of technical training organized by SHEEQ Consulting, SA, as part of their anniversary celebration.
We participated in a forum on sanitation in West Panama
UMECIT La Chorrera Campus participated in the forum “The Sanitation Route in West Panama: Progress, Challenges and Next Steps”, organized by the Sanitation Program
Training strengthens teaching skills in industrial hygiene with specialized technology
As part of its commitment to academic excellence and the continuous updating of its programs, the Occupational Safety and Health program held a day