Communication in Health Science Professions

1 Unit · Undergraduate

The importance of having good communication skills in any health profession cannot be overstated. Good communication can improve patient health outcomes, patient compliance, and overall patient satisfaction. Many patients value the communication skills of their healthcare provider even higher than the provider’s technical skills. This class highlights the important role of communication for students who work in (or are considering) healthcare careers. Using writing assignments, presentations, and role-play scenarios, this course will increase students’ communication competence in healthcare.