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An essential online module designed for Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs) who need to improve their understanding and application of verbs and verbals in English. This module aims to equip participants with the skills necessary for precise communication in the healthcare environment.
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6 weeks | 3 months access
Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs) who struggle to get required scores in writing and speaking on their English Exams.
7 Video Lessons
Self Directed
On-Demand
Interactive Activities
Practical Application
One-on-One Coaching support sold separately.
The Verbs and Verbals module is a key component of the Grammar Essentials series within the English for Health Professionals program. Proper usage of verbs and verbals is crucial for clear communication in medical contexts, where misunderstandings can impact patient care and safety.
This module provides in-depth coverage of verb forms, tenses, subject-verb agreement, and the correct use of verbals (gerunds, adjectives, and infinitives). With clear explanations, relevant examples, and targeted exercises, participants will develop the skills needed to use verbs and verbals accurately in their professional interactions.
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You can start the Verbs and Verbals module at any time that fits your schedule. The module is designed to be self-paced, allowing you to engage with the material whenever it is most convenient. You’ll have access to resources for [duration, e.g., 6 months] to review concepts and practice skills.
Understand the different forms and tenses of verbs and how to use them correctly.
Learn the rules of subject-verb agreement to ensure clarity in communication.
Master the use of verbals, including gerunds, adjectives, and infinitives, in various contexts.
Develop skills to identify and correct common mistakes related to verbs and verbals.
Enhance your ability to convey messages accurately in medical documentation and conversations.
Build confidence in your verbal and written communication with patients and colleagues.
Prepare for higher scores on the CELBAN and other English proficiency exams.
Recognize the impact of accurate verb usage on patient safety and care quality.
Access additional resources for continued learning and reinforcement.
Equip Internationally Educated Health Professionals with essential skills in verb and verbal usage for effective communication in healthcare.
Prepare participants to communicate clearly and accurately in their professional roles.
Help IEHPs reduce misunderstandings and improve patient outcomes through proper verb and verbal usage.
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For Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs), understanding and applying verb tense consistency, along with correctly using verbals, is crucial for clear and precise communication. By following this plan, whether completed in one week or spread out over a month, you'll build confidence in using verbs and verbals accurately, enhancing both your writing and speaking skills, and improving your chances of success on language exams like the CELBAN and IELTS.
DAY 1 Intro to Verbs
This lesson will introduce you to the basics of verbs and verb tenses, focusing on how to keep your verb tenses consistent throughout your writing and speaking. You’ll also gain insight into how verb forms influence sentence meaning and clarity.
By the end of Day One, you will have a solid foundation in understanding verb tense usage and how to ensure consistency across your sentences, improving your writing and speaking coherence.
On this day, you will:
Begin with a pre-test to evaluate your current understanding of verbs and verb tenses.
Learn about the different types of verbs, including action verbs, auxiliary verbs, and linking verbs.
Explore common mistakes related to verb tense inconsistency and how to avoid them in your written and spoken communication.
2a1 Verbs & Verbals: Intro & Pre-test
2a2 Verbs & Verbals: Verbs
DAY 2 Verb Chains
This lesson focuses on the concept of verb chains—sequences of verbs used together in a sentence. You’ll learn how to use auxiliary and modal verbs to form verb chains and how to maintain tense consistency throughout.
By the end of Day Two, you will be able to confidently use verb chains in your sentences, ensuring both grammatical correctness and clarity in complex sentences.
On this day, you will:
Learn how verb chains work and how to use them to construct more complex sentence structures.
Explore how to maintain consistency in verb tense when using multiple verbs in a chain.
Practice applying verb chains in both written and spoken exercises to strengthen your grammar skills.
2a3 Verbs & Verbals: verbal chain
DAY 3 Triaging Verbs & Verbals
On Day Three, you’ll focus on triaging, or diagnosing, common issues with verb usage. This lesson will help you identify errors related to verb tense, verb forms, and verbals (verbs used as nouns or adjectives). You will also practice skills to improve your verb usage across different sentence structures.
By the end of Day Three, you will be able to identify and correct verb-related errors more efficiently, ensuring greater accuracy in your writing and speaking.
On this day, you will:
Learn to spot and correct common errors related to verb tense, verb agreement, and the use of verbals.
Identify when verbals (gerunds, infinitives, and participles) are functioning in sentences as nouns, adjectives, or adverbs.
Engage in skill practice exercises to apply your knowledge and identify errors in context.
2b1 Verbs & Verbals: Triaging
2b2 Verbs & Verbals: Skill Practice
DAY 4 Skill Application
This final day focuses on applying all of your verb skills to real-world situations. You will practice writing and speaking with consistent verb tenses, and use verb chains and verbals in more complex sentences. This lesson will give you the tools to use verbs confidently and correctly in all areas of the CELBAN exam.
By the end of Day Four, you will be able to apply your verb skills fluently and accurately, ensuring consistency in both your writing and speaking.
On this day, you will:
Apply what you’ve learned in real-world writing and speaking activities.
Practice creating sentences with complex verb structures, verb chains, and verbals, ensuring consistency in verb tense usage.
Conclude the course by reviewing your progress and mastering techniques to maintain verb tense consistency when both writing and speaking.
2b3 Verbs & Verbals: Skill Application
2b4 Verbs & Verbals: Skill Application
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The Verbs and Verbals module is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience for IEHPs seeking to enhance their English language skills. This module delivers comprehensive training in the grammar of verbs and verbals, ensuring participants can communicate effectively in the healthcare environment.
All learning pathways include:
Clear explanations of verb and verbal rules and concepts
Practical exercises to reinforce learning and application
Real-life examples relevant to healthcare scenarios
Access to a Resource Library filled with additional materials and references
The Verbs and Verbals module is available as part of the Grammar Essentials series through CELBANPrep University’s online platform, offering interactive lessons with expert instructors and multimedia resources.
This module is designed to be user-friendly and effective, ensuring that you have the tools necessary to succeed in your career as an Internationally Educated Health Professional.
This module is designed for Internationally Educated Health Professionals looking to enhance their understanding and application of verbs and verbals for effective communication in healthcare.
It is suitable for individuals preparing for the CELBAN or IELTS and those seeking to improve their documentation skills and overall English proficiency in a healthcare context.
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You can optionally access a free quiz workbook on Amazon, available for free with Kindle Unlimited, which also has a free trial.
Explore all 4 free Grammar Essentials Student Workbooks - which are quizzes - that have been designed to guide your decision on which grammar book or course to buy so that you can:
improve your communication skills in both writing and speaking,
reduce misunderstandings, and
better patient outcomes.
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