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Every year hundreds of IENs and IEHPs do not get the required score on the CELBAN (and the IELTS). They don't know why or what to do.
Finally, there is a solution!
The CELBAN Grammar Essentials series was created to provide intensive CELBAN or IELTS preparation material that teaches IENs skills to increase skills and scores in reading, speaking and writing.
Nouns & Articles
Verbs & Verbals
Agreement Errors
Punctuation & Sentence Structure
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Grammar Essentials for Health Professionals
The Grammar Essentials Series, available on Amazon or via online training at CELBANPrep University, empowers Internationally Educated Health Professionals to enhance their English skills. It tackles common grammar mistakes, including verb usage, crucial in the medical field. The series covers nouns, verbs, verbals, agreement, punctuation, and sentence structure, offering clear explanations, examples, and exercises for real-life application.
Mastering English grammar fosters effective communication, reducing errors, and enhancing patient outcomes.
Two Formats to Choose From
The Grammar Essentials Series comes in two formats, providing flexibility. You can opt for the comprehensive book, available worldwide on Amazon, ideal for self-paced learning and easy reference. Alternatively, the English Language Mastery Program at CELBANPrep University offers the same comprehensive content with interactive lessons and expert guidance through online training.
Both options are accessible, user-friendly, and effective, catering to diverse learning preferences. The Grammar Essentials Series ensures Internationally Educated Health Professionals excel in their careers, making a positive impact in the medical field.
Are you an Internationally Educated Nurse preparing for the CELBAN, or simply an Internationally Educated Health Professional seeking to advance your career in Canada?
Did you know that mistakes in using nouns and articles can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunication in the medical field.
Some common mistakes made by Internationally Educated Health Professionals include:
Omitting articles altogether: This can lead to confusion and make it difficult to understand the intended meaning of the sentence. For example, "Patient has headache" is ambiguous, as it is unclear whether the patient has one headache or has been experiencing several headaches.
Using the wrong article: This can also lead to confusion and misunderstandings. For example, "The patient needs a pain killer" suggests that there is only one patient, when in reality there may be several patients.
Inconsistent use of articles: Inconsistent use of articles can be confusing and make it difficult to understand the intended meaning of the sentence.
These mistakes can be particularly problematic in the medical field, where accuracy and clarity are crucial for patient safety.
It is important for Internationally Educated Health Professionals to develop a strong understanding of nouns and articles to avoid these types of mistakes and effectively communicate with patients, coworkers, and other healthcare professionals.
Nail Nouns and Articles: Dive into the heart of language precision with CELBAN Grammar Essentials. Understand the nuances of nouns and articles, the building blocks of every sentence. Enhance your ability to convey specificity and accuracy in medical contexts, creating a foundation of trust and confidence.
Are you an Internationally Educated Nurse who wants to succeed in your career and make a positive impact in the medical field?
Venture into Verbs and Verbals:
Navigate the intricate world of verbs and verbals with CELBANPrep's Grammar Essentials Uncover the secrets to using verbs effectively, ensuring your messages are conveyed with accuracy and nuance. Develop the expertise to wield verbs like a language virtuoso, and watch your medical communication soar.
Did you know that International Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs) often face challenges when it comes to using verbs and verbals correctly while interacting with patients, coworkers, and allied health professionals in the medical field?
Some common mistakes include:
Incorrect verb tenses: For example, using a combination of both past and present tense instead of using one tense consistently when referring to a patient's ongoing condition. This can lead to misunderstandings and confusion regarding the patient's health status.
Improper subject-verb agreement: For example, saying "The patient are in room 12" instead of "The patient is in room 12." This mistake can undermine the professional demeanor and credibility of the IEHP and create confusion for patients and coworkers.
Incorrect use of verbals (gerunds, adjectives, infinitives): For example, saying "The doctor admitting an IV and CT scan," instead of "The admitting doctor ordered an IV and CT scan." This mistake can result in misinterpretation of information and potentially lead to medical errors.
These mistakes can impact the quality of care and patient safety, harm the professional reputation of the IEHP, and negatively affect communication and teamwork with colleagues. It is important for IEHPs to strive for accurate and precise language use in their medical communication to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients.
Are you struggling to advance your career as a licensed Health Professional in Canada because of the mistakes you make when speaking and/or writing in English?
Amplify Agreements:
Elevate your language prowess with CELBANPrep's Grammar Essentials. Conquer the challenge of agreement errors, where subject and verb harmony is paramount. Eliminate misunderstandings and inconsistencies, crafting communication that instills confidence and clarity.
Did you know that errors with agreement between nouns/pronouns and verbs can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunication in the medical field?
Some common mistakes made by IEHPs include:
Subject-Verb Agreement with Collective Nouns: For example, writing, "The team is discuss the patient's case," can cause miscommunication can occur when discussing medical cases, potentially leading to confusion among healthcare professionals.
Issue: The singular verb "is" does not agree with the collective noun "team," which should take a plural verb.
Countable vs. Uncountable Nouns: For example, writing, "The information are important," may lead to misunderstandings when conveying crucial medical information.
Issue: The uncountable noun "information" should take a singular verb "is."
Plural Pronouns with Uncountable Nouns: For example, writing, "The research has their limitations," can create confusion, especially in research discussions or reports within the medical field when inaccurate pronouns are used.
Issue: The uncountable noun "research" should be paired with the singular pronoun "its."
Incorrect Verb Tense: For example, when writing, "She has catch a cold," incorrect verb tenses may lead to misunderstandings in medical histories, treatment records, or patient reports.
Issue: The past participle of the irregular verb "catch" should be "caught."
Plural Nouns with Irregular Verbs: For example, writing, "The virus are mutating rapidly," can hinder accurate communication about medical conditions or research related to viruses.
Issue: The irregular noun "virus" should take the singular verb "is.
These errors can lead to confusion and misunderstandings in important medical situations and can affect patient outcomes.
It is important for Internationally Educated Health Professionals to be aware of and avoid these mistakes in their written communication.
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Did you know that errors in punctuation and sentence structure can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunication in the medical field?
Some common mistakes made by IEHPs include:
Omitting punctuation: For example, writing a sentence such as "She seemed relaxed in control of the situation yesterday" without commas before and after the inserted phrase "in control of the situation" can cause confusion.
Incorrect use of capitalization: For example, writing "Healthcare workers need to take the workplace violence prevention program annually to handle situations where patients get agitated or aggressive" can lead to misunderstandings whereas Workplace Violence Prevention Program indicates the title.
Sentence fragments: For example, writing "Patient admitted to the hospital. With severe chest pain." can cause confusion and lead to miscommunication.
Run-on sentences: For example, writing "The patient was prescribed medication for their headache and the nurse instructed them to take two pills every eight hours and to return if their symptoms persist" can be confusing and overwhelming for the coworkers who read your report to understand and follow.
These errors can lead to confusion and misunderstandings in important medical situations and can affect patient outcomes.
It is important for Internationally Educated Health Professionals to be aware of and avoid these mistakes in their written communication.
Perfect Punctuation and Sentence Structure: Elevate your language finesse with CELBAN Grammar Essentials. Master the art of punctuation and sentence structure to create clear and impactful communication in the medical field. Precision matters when conveying critical information – let your words shine with accuracy and professionalism.