Course Information

Introduction

The "English for Medical and Nursing" course is designed to enhance the communication skills of healthcare professionals in an English-speaking environment.
This intensive five-day program focuses on the specific language and terminology used in medical and nursing contexts, ensuring participants are better equipped to interact with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
The course includes practical exercises, role-playing, and real-life scenarios to build confidence and fluency in medical English.
This comprehensive course will empower healthcare professionals with the essential language skills needed to excel in an English-speaking medical environment, fostering better patient care and professional growth.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:
1. Develop a comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and phrases commonly used in healthcare settings.
2. Improve their ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues in English.
3. Gain confidence in conducting patient interviews, taking medical histories, and explaining medical procedures.
4. Enhance their written communication skills for documentation, charting, and reporting.
5. Understand cultural nuances and sensitivities in patient care within an English-speaking context.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:
• Non-native English-speaking doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
• Medical students and nursing students preparing for clinical practice in English-speaking environments.
• Healthcare administrators and support staff who interact with English-speaking patients and professionals.
• Professionals preparing for international medical examinations or certifications.
• Anyone seeking to improve their medical English for better career opportunities.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.