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Patient Communication and Education

Patient Communication and Education

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 hour to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Apply communication strategies in simulations and build multimedia toolkits to enhance patient education and improve care outcomes.

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January 2026

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This course is part of the A Clinician's Guide: Soft Skills for Better Patient Outcomes Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course

In healthcare, clear and empathetic communication is not just a soft skillβ€”it is a critical component of patient safety and effective treatment. Yet, communication breakdowns are common, leading to errors and decreased patient trust. This course, Patient Communication and Education, is designed for healthcare professionals who want to master the art of patient interaction.

You will step into immersive, simulated scenarios to practice and refine your communication techniques in a safe, repeatable environment. Through these role-playing exercises, you will receive system-generated feedback to pinpoint specific areas for improvement, helping you consciously adjust your approach. You will also learn how to translate complex health information into accessible, engaging patient-education toolkits. By selecting and structuring multimedia content like videos and graphics, you will build a cohesive digital resource that empowers patients to understand and manage their care. This course provides the practical skills to enhance patient trust, improve health outcomes, and build a foundation for excellence in patient-centered care.

This module focuses on the core of effective patient interaction. Learners will dive into why clear communication is critical and how easily it can break down, using real-world examples as a guide. Through interactive simulations and guided reflection, they will practice applying communication strategies, analyze system-generated feedback to identify errors, and learn to consciously refine their approach for better patient outcomes.

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2 videos1 reading1 assignment

2 videosβ€’Total 9 minutes
  • When Communication Breaks Down: Real-World Casesβ€’5 minutes
  • Deconstructing a Conversation: Spotting Key Signalsβ€’4 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 8 minutes
  • The Pillars of Patient-Centered Communicationβ€’8 minutes
1 assignmentβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • Knowledge Check: Identify the Breakdownβ€’10 minutes

In this module, learners shift from practicing communication to creating lasting educational resources. They will learn the principles of designing effective, multimedia-rich patient toolkits that are clear, engaging, and accessible.

What's included

2 videos1 reading1 assignment

2 videosβ€’Total 9 minutes
  • Anatomy of an Effective Patient Toolkitβ€’6 minutes
  • Building Your Toolkit Step-by-Stepβ€’3 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 7 minutes
  • Best Practices for Structuring Educational Contentβ€’7 minutes
1 assignmentβ€’Total 20 minutes
  • Final Project: Your Patient Education Toolkitβ€’20 minutes

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