Advanced Communications Skills Refresher 1-day course - for Rowcroft clinical staff only
For Rowcroft staff only – An opportunity to refresh your communication skills, re-visit common challenges, and practice in small groups. Rowcroft staff are expected to update these skills every three years.
Description
Designed for:
Rowcroft clinical staff who have previously attended the two-day Advanced Level Communications Skills course. Do not book a place on this refresher if you have not already attended the two‑day ACS course.
Facilitators:
Rowcroft Advanced Level Communication Skills facilitators
Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives - to refresh your skills:
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Understand evidence-based key components for effective communication skills.
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Recognise the impact of attitudes and beliefs within the communication process.
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Learn ways to tailor communication to patient needs.
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Identify the relevant communication challenges in palliative care and explore ways of resolving them.
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Practice skills in a safe setting, building confidence and competence.
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Discuss how to take your learning back to practice.
Click here to view the Advance Communications Skills (ACS) - Programme
Prerequisites
Prerequisites:
Only Rowcroft clinical staff can book on this course; it is not open to staff working outside of Rowcroft Hospice.