This course is available in:
French, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian and Spanish.
New languages will be added according to demand.
| Who is this course for? | This course is suitable for candidates who have applied directly to the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIoL) to sit the DPSI English Health exams, or for those who would like to improve their knowledge in the medical field.
This online preparatory course allows you to study in your own time and around your commitments if you cannot attend a face-to-face course. |
| How long is the course? | This is a 30-week course – 1h tutorial per week – that runs from October until June, in time to take the CIoL exam.
Applications can be sent to us throughout the year and oral assessments take place in August and September. Classes are expected to start on the 2nd week of October depending on the language groups. |
| Am I ready to start this course? | Before the course begins, you will take part in a short assessment on Skype in August or September, to ensure you’re at the appropriate level for the course. |
| What do I need? | • Native and near-native levels in both English and the other language • Some interpreting experience (voluntary or otherwise) • Ability to conduct autonomous study (research and weekly assignments) • Reliable Internet access and the latest version of Skype |
| What will I learn? | • Students will learn and understand the British healthcare system, as well as the health care system of the other language country • Students will practice interpreting skills with a dedicated language tutor doing role-plays, sight translations and will receive feedback on your written translations both into English and the other language, which will be marked according to the National Qualifications Framework Level 6 • You will learn to assess your own work • You will be empowered with the necessary knowledge and techniques to tackle the DPSI exam • Students will learn how to research and build their own glossary |
| What will I receive during the course? | • Access to our Students Area – our course platform that enables you to access all the course materials and submit all your coursework online • 30 weekly group tutorials, of 1 hour each, with a dedicated language tutor covering course modules, interpreting skills and feedback on translations • 30 study group sessions, which allow students to revise and prepare for tutorials • A dedicated qualified and experienced tutor in your language combination who will give you guidance throughout the year • Over 100 assignments covering 7 modules (see topics below) • A complimentary Glossary (if available in your language) • A complimentary copy of The Interpreters’ Manual upon completion of the course • Certificate of completion (if you submit all compulsory coursework and your attendance is above 85%) |
| What topics are covered? | • Module 1 – Structure of NHS & Health Professionals
• Module 2 – Sexual Health & Pregnancy • Module 3 – Human Body I • Module 4 – Human Body II • Module 5 – Human Body III • Module 6 – Oncology & Palliative Care • Module 7 – Mental Health & Private Healthcare |
| What will it cost? | £770
Deadline for course payments and enrolments is the 30th of September. |
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Please contact us if you still have any questions.
