The goal is for participants to be able to communicate at a basic level with patients and staff using the essential vocabulary specific to their field, and to master and keep up with the basic English terminology relevant to their field.

This course covers basic English terminology used in the field of operating room services, professional communication skills, and language structures related to the field. The course covers professional terminology related to the human body and organ systems, hospital departments, patient assessment processes, surgical procedures, pre- and post-operative care practices, pain assessment, emergency terminology, and equipment used in the operating room. Additionally, the course aims to develop students’ ability to follow professional resources in a foreign language, communicate at a basic level with patients and healthcare personnel, and understand professional documents.