Specialized Medical English Training Course

Course Overview

The Specialized Medical English Training Course will improve your knowledge of the sort of English required in the fields of Human Biology, Medical Science, Nursing, etc. Improved language skills can advance your career and allow you to communicate fluently with your counterparts (and perhaps work) in other countries. This course focuses on key terminology, patient interactions, medical documentation, and clinical communication. By enhancing both written and spoken English proficiency, participants will become more confident in international healthcare settings. The course is comprehensive, offering a deep dive into vocabulary specific to anatomy, diseases, medical procedures, and more.

Course Objectives

• Develop a solid understanding of medical terminology and its correct usage.
• Improve communication skills with patients, colleagues, and international professionals.
• Learn to interpret medical documents and reports in English with ease.
• Enhance writing skills for medical documentation such as patient charts, case histories, and clinical reports.
• Strengthen listening and speaking skills in various medical scenarios, including patient consultations and professional discussions.
•  Interpret a diagnosis, explaining and discussing a diagnosis
•  Understand medical diagrams and documents

Course Outline

The Specialized Medical English Program covers a wide range of modules to ensure comprehensive language development.

Modules include:

• Medical Terminology: Understanding key terms in anatomy, physiology, diseases, and treatments.
• Patient Communication: Techniques for effective patient interaction, including explaining diagnoses, treatments, and answering patient concerns.
• Medical Documentation: Writing and understanding medical charts, case studies, and other essential documents.
• Clinical Case Discussions: Practical sessions focused on discussing clinical cases, symptoms, and procedures.
• Professional Communication: Enhancing email correspondence, report writing, and international collaboration in medical contexts.
• Listening and Pronunciation: Interactive sessions for improving listening skills and pronouncing complex medical terms.

The course is designed for healthcare professionals looking to refine their medical English skills, with a focus on practical, real-world usage.

Target Group

This course is suitable for:

• Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, etc.) working in English-speaking environments.
• Medical students aiming to improve their medical English for exams or internships abroad.
• Medical researchers and academicians looking to present and publish research in English.
• Non-native English speakers in the healthcare field who want to improve patient communication.

Program Cost

The course is available in two formats:

• 5-day intensive program: €3700
• 10-day comprehensive program: €6500

This program is available on different dates, depending on the needs and preferences of participants.

Organizers

The Geneva Institute of Business Management organizes this course  in collaboration with its partners across Europe.