English for Professionals
English for Professionals
Nowadays, any researcher or professional who wishes to be up to date or read specialized books needs to know English to be informed of the rapid advances taking place in their field of expertise.
I offer English courses to people whose purpose is to improve their knowledge and command of the English language in professional fields.
I offer English courses to people whose purpose is to improve their knowledge and command of the English language in professional fields.
I propose some courses in the following subjects: medicine, nursing, tourism, engineering and others which are detailed below.
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Professionals English Courses
English for Health Professionals
ENGLISH FOR MEDICINE
This course focuses on the language used in the health sector. To participate you are required to showing a high intermediate English level (B2). Topics such as communication with patients and colleagues, diagnosis, recommendations, presentations, etc., as well as reading, preparation and understanding of medical reports and methods to work in seminars and conferences are discussed.
It also centres on the difficulties of English comprehension usually added to the medical profession. If a doctor, nurse or patient of any nationality (Hindu, African or Chinese) speaks fast or even with a mask, would you be able to understand him/her?
The course lasts 40 teaching hours.
It also centres on the difficulties of English comprehension usually added to the medical profession. If a doctor, nurse or patient of any nationality (Hindu, African or Chinese) speaks fast or even with a mask, would you be able to understand him/her?
The course lasts 40 teaching hours.
ENGLISH FOR NURSING STAFF
This course is organized in several units. The units are independent and cover a variety of topics related to nursing and professional practice ranging from the basic vocabulary of the body and the different systems, diseases and associated symptoms, to patient research, diagnosis and treatment protocols. I also teach students how to convey instructions to patients and their families in a comprehensive and clear way, especially in case of sensitive issues. The course comprises two levels from A2 to B1 and from B1 to B2. It also includes the subject matter related to the system of nurses training in the United Kingdom and the equivalences in degrees and degree of specialization.
The course lasts from 30 to 60 teaching hours in each level.
The course lasts from 30 to 60 teaching hours in each level.
ENGLISH FOR THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY
The pharmaceutical industry is today one of the most profitable and influential business sectors in the world. Most pharmaceutical companies are international and have subsidiaries in several countries. The technologically advanced sector provides many university graduates with degrees in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, engineering, microbiology, pharmacy, etc. Aside from proper content preparation, proficiency in English at a high level is considered essential.
This course is ideal for those who work in the clinical research, pharmaceutical production and quality control. The course shows participants how to communicate efficiently in different pharmaceutical areas. It is adapted to chemists, laboratory technicians or clinical researchers.
The course lasts 30 hours.
This course is ideal for those who work in the clinical research, pharmaceutical production and quality control. The course shows participants how to communicate efficiently in different pharmaceutical areas. It is adapted to chemists, laboratory technicians or clinical researchers.
The course lasts 30 hours.
English for Tourism and Hospitality Professionals
ENGLISH FOR TOURISM
This course aims to develop the four communication skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) in English, focusing on the specific area of tourism. Moreover, students will be able to socially interact using English in daily life and work situations, in order to optimize their professional work in a globalized world. The course also focuses on tourist brochures, travel guides and commercial texts. Three different levels are offered: A2-B1, B1-B2, B2-C1.
ENGLISH FOR HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONALS
This course helps potential hotel workers develop the English vocabulary needed to interact with clients and colleagues. It shows the linguistic structures essential to common tasks such as welcoming a guest, taking the luggage to a room, taking a food order and seeking medical care for a guest.
It provides a basic reference in cooking methods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, different meats and vegetables, for waiters/waitresses in training as well as catering workers.
The course lasts 30 hours.
It provides a basic reference in cooking methods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, different meats and vegetables, for waiters/waitresses in training as well as catering workers.
The course lasts 30 hours.
English for Media Professionals
English as a universal language becomes more relevant in the global media age.
This course is aimed at intermediate students (B1-B2) and aims to develop communication skills and knowledge of specific English for students and media professionals. It covers various fields related to the media, including newspapers, television and radio. Along with the specialized language, it also teaches how to write headlines or to realize commercials. The teaching material includes newspaper articles, adapted film scripts and blogs to prepare students for real life work.
The course lasts 40 teaching hours.
English for Musicians
This course aims to provide non-English-speaking musicians with the necessary skills to participate in musical activities where English is the main language of communication. It is also useful for those who wish to perfect their accent when singing in English and for those who wish to compose songs and write lyrics in English.
The content of the course includes: vocabulary related to music, practical English for rehearsals as well as knowledge on how to write a CV, a concert biography and a job application.
Students must have an intermediate level of General English, both written and spoken, and music theory concepts.
The course lasts 20 hours.
English for Job Interviews
According to the Randstad consultancy, 75% of jobs aimed at senior managers require the knowledge of a second language, generally English. This increases their chances of finding a good job.
The course is designed for job seekers to develop specific knowledge of English and the essential communication skills required during the job selection process. Ideal for both working professionals and new professionals. The course includes areas such as CV preparation, cover letters and job interviews in English, both from a linguistic and content point of view. The different types of interviews are studied: face-to-face, by telephone or videoconference.
The course lasts 30 hours.
English for Secretaries and Administrative Staff
English is one of the most important requirements when selecting a secretary. This language is often used in the day to day business, since much of the communication is done in English.
The course is designed for secretaries and administrative staff who need to receive and deliver messages in English, write internal memos or receive visitors. Participants are trained in reading comprehension and writing techniques, which enable them to write business letters, emails, to take notes in English, to analyse and to put into practice the fundamentals of written English both in descriptive and narrative paragraphs.
English for Lawyers
In today's globalized market, companies are increasingly working at an international level. Exposure to foreign legal systems and legislative processes is becoming a commonplace and international lawyers are now required to successfully communicating in English using the appropriate legal language and terminology.
This course aims to give an overview of the British legal system, to broaden the legal vocabulary, to analyse English contracts and to study the practical language of legal issues for meetings and negotiations.
This course is suitable for people who show a B2 level in English and the number of hours can vary from a minimum of 20.
English for Engineers
Today, engineering has re-emerged because of its extensive use in the fields of telecommunications, transportation, research, energy and industrial development. Furthermore, almost two-thirds of the literature on engineering is published in English, and it is proven that to excel in this sector it is essential to use texts, magazines, manuals, etc., which are mostly written in English.
The English for Engineers course is tailored to the specific needs of this professional field. The course encourages engineers to deal with the English language and to deepen the knowledge of the technical vocabulary related to their field of expertise. It is aimed at people who have a B2 English level (upper intermediate). The units cover topics which are common to all types of engineering - including civil, electrical and mechanical engineering - such as procedures and safety measures, surveillance and control and engineering design.
The course lasts 40 teaching hours.
English for University Students and Teachers
The importance of English and other foreign languages is undoubtedly an essential requirement in the academic field. Moreover, English is the language of research and academic publications.
This course is designed for students planning to enter a British or American university, who wish to perform satisfactorily in university classrooms with other native English speakers or who intend to study English for their specialization or career. It is also addressed to teachers who wish to improve their skills, especially in the written language.
