English Language Mastery

for

Health Professionals

Online Training 

with Kim Kara M.Ed.

Learn online with the founder, author, and leading trainers of  the Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessments for Nurses (CELBAN)

 

CELBANPrep University's 

Master Medical English for Success 

We offer comprehensive resources and an innovative app-based platform to help Internationally Educated Health Professionals - including nurses - excel beyond the CELBAN exam and thrive in the Canadian healthcare system. 

 

 

CELBANPrep’s English Language Mastery for Health Professionals Program

Skill-focused training uses task-based language learning to help with language barriers in healthcare, cultural misunderstandings, and weak communication skills. This program makes it easier to understand how to interact effectively with patients and coworkers while building confidence in writing and speaking.

We offer tailored study plans, interactive workshops, and on-demand videos that have proven to help create:

Task-based language learning represents the future of professional development in healthcare, providing helpful insights and practical guidelines for online learning modules and real-world practice simulations. 

This is the clear vision that healthcare has been looking for to support Internationally Educated Health Professionals in English- speaking nations.

Practical Guidelines for Language Mastery in Healthcare 


CELBANPrep's skill-focused training takes the task-based language learning approach out of traditional classrooms and into professional development for healthcare. 

Learn how the principles of task-based learning turn into:

Our resources help healthcare professionals:


Help Clients with Effective Communication


Task-based language learning is becoming an important way to understand communication in healthcare and how professionals connect with each other. Language barriers in healthcare are a big problem that can lead to cultural misunderstandings and poor communication skills. On the other hand, good interaction with patients and coworkers is linked to better language skills, increased confidence in communication, success on the CELBAN exam, and a clearer understanding of healthcare communication in Canada.


 

 

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Frequently asked questions 

 Who Can Participate in CELBANPrep?


All CELBANPrep courses are designed for healthcare professionals, including those who are licensed, interning, or studying in the field. This can include, but is not limited to, nurses, doctors, therapists, social workers, and any healthcare workers who want to improve their English skills for better communication in their jobs.


Tell Me More About CELBANPrep


CELBANPrep was founded in 2009 by Kim Kara, M.Ed., with a mission to help Internationally Educated Nurses and other Health Professionals reach their language goals for success in the Canadian healthcare system. By providing skill-focused training, tailored study plans, and interactive resources, CELBANPrep supports healthcare professionals like you in improving your English skills and preparing for the CELBAN exam and your career.

With a belief that good communication is essential for patient care, Kim Kara and CELBANPrep are dedicated to improving the language skills of healthcare workers. 

This work is backed by research showing that task-based language learning helps learners break down language barriers and understand different cultures. CELBANPrep aims to empower health professionals to gain confidence in their communication skills so they can provide high-quality care in many different settings.

CELBANPrep works with Internationally Educated Health Professionals from around the world who live in Canada, raising awareness about the importance of language skills in healthcare and how they help improve patient care and teamwork.

What Are the Requirements for CELBANPrep Courses?


To take CELBANPrep courses, you need to be a licensed health professional from outside Canada. This includes nurses, physiotherapists, midwives, and other similar jobs.

Additionally, you need to have a level 5 on the IELTS test and have intermediate English skills. This will help you get the most out of the courses and improve your language abilities for your career in Canada.


 

 

 

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A path to professional growth for Internationally Educated Health Professionals!

Explore the Bronze Bundle

At CELBANPrep University, we focus on skill-building training that uses task-based language learning to help healthcare professionals like you.

 Many of you face challenges such as language barriers and communication difficulties.

If you have not taken the CELBAN exam before, it's important to understand what the exam is about and what score you need to achieve. 

Our Bronze Bundle is designed to help you evaluate your current skills and see where you stand in your CELBAN preparation.

You’ll also have the chance to determine your goals—figuring out where you want to go and what steps you need to take to get there. 

Imagine starting your preparation with confidence, equipped with the right tools and knowledge.

Join us today as we embark on this CELBANPrep journey together! We’ll help you evaluate where you are, set your goals, and give you the tools you need to succeed. 

Welcome to your CELBANPrep Bronze beginning!

Take the tour: step into the Information Centre and start your journey today!

 

 

Your 3 Options to Kickstart Your Career 

Career Preparation for Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced Learners

Bronze

Beginners

Welcome to the CELBANPrep Bronze Bundle: Your Starting Point! 🌟

EVALUATE where you are.

DETERMINE where you want to go

Silver

Intermediate

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IMPROVE your SKILLS in 

reading, writing, listening and speaking.

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Advanced

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