Even if you already speak some Danish, it can be a great help to take a course that focuses specifically on the language used in the healthcare sector. Here are 5 good reasons:

• Professionally precise language
  In the healthcare sector, it’s essential to be able to express yourself clearly, accurately and correctly in all situations. A course in Danish for healthcare professionals helps you use the right terminology and avoid misunderstandings.
• Better communication with patients
  Many patients feel more at ease when they are met with language they understand – and when healthcare staff can explain things in a simple and friendly way. This requires both professional terms and a good grasp of everyday, polite language.
• Improved communication with your colleagues
  Your working day becomes easier and more enjoyable – both professionally and socially – when you can communicate effortlessly with colleagues about tasks, challenges and interesting aspects of your job.
• Greater professional confidence
  When using Danish comes more naturally, it becomes easier to focus on your actual work. You gain more energy in your daily life, and your professional identity is strengthened.
• Better career opportunities
  Whatever your role in the Danish healthcare system, your chances of building a successful career increase when you master the Danish language used in your field.

You can enrol in Healthcare Danish if you have a healthcare qualification, work in or are seeking employment within the healthcare sector and are enrolled in the Danish Language Education at Studieskolen.

The Healthcare Danish courses are for students in:

• DU2 modules 3, 4, 5 and 6
• DU3 modules 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
• Danish courses level A2, A2+, B1, B2 and C1
• FVU Danish

You must start with course 1 and it is a requirement that you can hold a brief conversation in Danish and know how to construct questions. Please note that the teaching will primarily be conducted in Danish.

The classes take place at Studieskolen, Borgergade 12 and Valdemarsgade 16.

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