ESOL for Medical Purposes online
Course facts:
An online self-study course for non-native medical professionals who wish to improve their communication skills in the field of medicine.
All four skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) are practiced through a variety of practical scenarios and activities. In addition, there are grammar and vocabulary sections in each unit.
The course consists of five Units.
Each learner will be allocated a tutor who will provide feedback and support during the course. Method of communication with the tutor is via the learning platform.
Access to the learning platform is available 24 hours a day /7 days a week.
The learning materials: Audios, videos, PDFs, online quizzes, interactive activities (view sample materials)
This language course is suitable for all medical professionals, e.g. doctors, nurses, midwives, dentists, consultants, surgeons, paramedics, pharmacists, carers etc.
Course duration: 12 weeks
estimated GLH 50
Course fee: £89
An online self-study course for non-native medical professionals who wish to improve their communication skills in the field of medicine.
All four skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening) are practiced through a variety of practical scenarios and activities. In addition, there are grammar and vocabulary sections in each unit.
The course consists of five Units.
Each learner will be allocated a tutor who will provide feedback and support during the course. Method of communication with the tutor is via the learning platform.
Access to the learning platform is available 24 hours a day /7 days a week.
The learning materials: Audios, videos, PDFs, online quizzes, interactive activities (view sample materials)
This language course is suitable for all medical professionals, e.g. doctors, nurses, midwives, dentists, consultants, surgeons, paramedics, pharmacists, carers etc.
Course duration: 12 weeks
estimated GLH 50
Course fee: £89
Learning Objectives:
- To practice the English language through practical work-related scenarios
- To enhance communication skills, learn industry-specific vocabulary and expressions
- To increase language competence and promote confidence in doctors and nurses
- To enhance English language in order to understand the legal requirements and responsibilities of care in the UK
- To enhance and consolidate performance at work
- To develop a working knowledge of the English grammar
- Patient interviews, filling forms (admissions, assessments, questionnaires, discharge etc)
- Producing written and e-correspondence in formal English using medical terms
- Discussing symptoms, Planning care
- Dealing with sensitive issues and challenging behaviour
- Giving, receiving and responding to feedback
- Working with others
Assessment and Award:
There are five tutor-marked assessments in this course.
Award: Certificate of completion.
There are five tutor-marked assessments in this course.
Award: Certificate of completion.
Requirements:
Learners must:
1. have access to a laptop, tablet or desktop computer with fast internet connection in order to complete this course. System requirements: Browsers: Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari.
2. be IT literate, i.e. login with email and password, browse and navigate through the learning platform, create, edit and submit files, play audios/videos, use email, turn on/off camera and microphone on their device etc.
3. be 18+ years of age.
4. spend around 4-5 hours/week studying (incl. tests). Note that this is only an estimation, the actual study time will depend on the individual.
This course is suitable for candidates with strong knowledge of the English language (recommended B2 level/CEFR) who wish to develop their language skills: you can read/write instructions, fully understand/participate in familiar conversations, you know the past, present and future tenses.
Learners must:
1. have access to a laptop, tablet or desktop computer with fast internet connection in order to complete this course. System requirements: Browsers: Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari.
2. be IT literate, i.e. login with email and password, browse and navigate through the learning platform, create, edit and submit files, play audios/videos, use email, turn on/off camera and microphone on their device etc.
3. be 18+ years of age.
4. spend around 4-5 hours/week studying (incl. tests). Note that this is only an estimation, the actual study time will depend on the individual.
This course is suitable for candidates with strong knowledge of the English language (recommended B2 level/CEFR) who wish to develop their language skills: you can read/write instructions, fully understand/participate in familiar conversations, you know the past, present and future tenses.
