Advanced Communication Skills Training (ACST) is a two-day course for senior health and social care professionals (band 6 and above) communicating with people in challenging or complex situations.
Level: Short Course, CPD
Delivery: Online
Study Mode: Part-time
Duration: 2 days
Campus: Preston and Burnley
Start date: TBC please contact the CPD Team for further details
Course overview
ACST has a practical focus; delegates will reconstruct scenarios from practice where communication is particularly challenging. These may include -
- supporting an upset or angry patient, or their family
- delivering significant news
- responding to important questions
- challenging colleagues
Entry requirements
Band 6 or above senior health or social care professional
This course is delivered by the School of Health, Social Work and Sport
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