English Electives

Medical English

In Canada, the demand for healthcare professionals continues to rise, offering stable and rewarding career opportunities. Studying Medical English at SELC is the perfect first step to expand your future options and deepen your English language skills, setting you up for success in healthcare roles.

Duration: 4 weeks
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Delivery method: In-person & Online
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Step into the Growing Healthcare Industry

Advantages of Medical English Elective

RGain the language skills and medical terminology
RReceive a Canadian Red Cross First Aid Certification
RDevelop the ability to communicate effectively with patients
RMaster industry-specific vocabulary and scenarios

Skillsets that everyone needs

What Will Students Learn?

This course serves as a preparatory program for individuals aspiring to work as healthcare professionals in Canada. It’s also ideal for those already in healthcare who aim to advance into medical administration roles.

Medical English Conversation
Medical English Vocabulary
Preparation for Medical Programs
First Aid Training Certification

Exclusive Medical English courses

Courses in Medical English Elective

Week 1: Terminology for Body Parts & Conditions

Learning terminology related to body parts and medical conditions.
Understanding reproductive functions and childbirth.
Exploring the growth and health of infants and children.
Discussing health and illnesses in the elderly.

Week 2: Mental Health and Community Healthcare

Mastering terminology related to mental health.
Understanding community healthcare terms and overviews.
Learning about rehabilitation and pain management terminology.

Week 3: Emergency Medical Care and First Aid

Studying emergency medical terminology.
Responding to specific emergency medical symptoms.
Completing First Aid 1 & 2 training.

Week 4: Medications, Medical Tests, and Patient Care

Understanding the roles and overview of medications.
Learning about types of medical tests and related terminology.
Practicing patient care through role-play and simulations.