CONT697: Education in Health Sciences


In this course, participants will examine how education and training are delivered in health settings, and about communication theories and concepts as they relate to healthcare environments. Self-assessment and reflection will be important components of this professional learning community, where participants will learn how diversity affects communication and ways to communicate in culturally responsive ways. Participants will have opportunities to demonstrate an understanding of the essential elements of strong interpersonal communication in the health care environment by developing materials and resources that can be used in their teaching content. 


Course Outline

Module 1 – Education & Training Delivery (10 hours)
Readings,  Discussion Posts/Course Blog,  Module 1 Culminating Assignment

Module 2 – Effective Communication (10 hours)
Readings,  Discussion Posts/Course Blog,  Module 2 Culminating Assignment,  Progress Report 1

Module 3 – Inclusion & Diversity (10 hours)
Readings,  Discussion Posts/Course Blog,  Module 3 Culminating Assignment

Module 4 – Interpersonal Skills (10 hours)
Readings,  Discussion Posts/Course Blog,  Module 4 Culminating Assignment,  Progress Report 2

Module 5 – Assessment & Feedback (10 hours)
Readings,  Discussion Posts/Course Blog,  Module 5 Culminating Assignment

Module 6 – Putting It All Together (10 hours)
Reflection on Learning,  Module 6 Culminating Assignment,  Final Progress Report


Course Schedule

Session Course Dates Registration Deadline Registration Status
Late Spring 2023 May 08, 2023 – Jun 30, 2023 May 05, 2023 Open
Late Summer 2023 Aug 14, 2023 – Oct 06, 2023 Aug 11, 2023 Open
Fall 2023 Oct 02, 2023 – Dec 08, 2023 Sep 29, 2023 Open
Winter 2024 Jan 22, 2024 – Apr 05, 2024 Jan 19, 2024 Open

Late Spring 2023

  • Dates: May 08, 2023 – Jun 30, 2023
  • Deadline: May 05, 2023
  • Status: Open

Late Summer 2023

  • Dates: Aug 14, 2023 – Oct 06, 2023
  • Deadline: Aug 11, 2023
  • Status: Open

Fall 2023

  • Dates: Oct 02, 2023 – Dec 08, 2023
  • Deadline: Sep 29, 2023
  • Status: Open

Winter 2024

  • Dates: Jan 22, 2024 – Apr 05, 2024
  • Deadline: Jan 19, 2024
  • Status: Open

Registration will remain open until 4pm ET on the posted registration deadline date.


Application Requirements

While a post-secondary degree/diploma is not required, it is recommended for this program.

This course will count towards completion of the Post-Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning. Completion of the post-graduate certificate gives students advanced standing into our Graduate Diploma in Education and Professional Master of Education through the SAGE program.*

*To receive advanced standing, students must meet all eligibility requirements as set out by the School of Graduate Studies and the Faculty of Education. Please visit https://www.queensu.ca/sgs/applications-admissions for more information about application requirements for Queen's programs.


Course Materials

This course has no required resources.


Accommodations

Applicants who require special accommodations are asked to:

  • Contact us at least 1 week prior to the start of the course to allow enough time for appropriate accommodations to be made.
  • Provide necessary documentation upon request.