Practitioner only
The overarching objective of this online training in interprofessional communication is to equip naturopaths* with the background knowledge, framework, and skills for writing formal letters to medical doctors.
*Whilst the course has been designed by naturopaths for naturopaths, many of the principles have broader applications and the course is open to all types of Complementary Medicine – Health Care Practitioners (CM-HCP).
Learning outcomes
- Explain the standard ISBAR structure used by health professionals in health communication
- Apply ISBAR structure to written communication
- Differentiate concise and effective written information for integrated patient care
- Construct effective written requests for medical investigations
- Support safe complementary medicine health care practice by effectively obtaining medical review of high-risk clinical presentations (red flags)
Course duration
Approximately 4 hours in total
