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Foundations of Strategic Communications
Course Description (Short): This course provides essential strategies for effective communication in technical environments, focusing on audience understanding, verbal and nonverbal cues, and leadership communication.
Course Format: The course is divided into four modules, each containing lessons and module-end assessments. The format includes reading materials, practical exercises, and assessments to reinforce learning.
Time to Complete:
3 months at 7 hours a week
List of Learning Objectives:
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Understand the core principles of technical communication.
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Enhance communication skills through foundational techniques.
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Tailor communication strategies to different stakeholders.
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Develop essential listening skills.
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Gain insights into nonverbal communication in the workplace.
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Master various communication styles and effective listening.
List of Skills Covered by the Course:
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Technical communication
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Audience analysis
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Verbal communication
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Nonverbal communication
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Leadership communication
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Effective listening
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Body language
Certifications:
You can create a free Coursera Account and “Audit” the course for free
If you want to secure the certificate from Coursera and Johns Hopkins then there is a fee (see website for details)
Mapped to NCF
DAC5 L5: You can mediate between people and mend relationships, communicating with stakeholders at all levels.
Resource details
| Contributed by: | NHS Data and Analytics Academy |
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| Licence: | More information on licences |
| First contributed: | 02 June 2025 |
| Audience access level: | General user |
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