Vocational

Communication, Welfare Technology and Cognitive Support, 35 YH credits.

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Part of a YH programme at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: SPD19TRA.

The course Communication develops and strengthens your ability in both internal and external communication with a focus on your future professional role. You gain knowledge of study techniques, learning methods and basic report writing, as well as how to write a CV and cover letter. You also practice digital communication and social media such as LinkedIn, and train in communicating correctly in speech and writing in different situations.

Duration: 2 weeks
Language: Swedish
Level: Beginner
CSN-eligible

Time commitment: 10 YH credits, approx. 2 weeks of full-time study

About the course.

The purpose of the course is to understand that communication and interaction are a prerequisite for participation, influence and self-determination. Lacking the ability to communicate can create frustration, anger, passivity and mental ill health in the individual. The course will give knowledge of conversation methodology and different techniques for conducting conversations and handling conflicts. The student will have knowledge of different types of augmentative and alternative communication (AKK), as well as motivational interviewing, methods and the difficult conversation (MI). The aim of the course is for the student to learn how different communication tools work and how different factors can support or hinder communication between people.

The purpose of the course is to understand that communication and interaction are a prerequisite for participation, influence and self-determination. Lacking the ability to communicate can create frustration, anger, passivity and mental ill health in the individual. The course will give knowledge of conversation methodology and different techniques for conducting conversations and handling conflicts. The student will have knowledge of different types of augmentative and alternative communication (AKK), as well as motivational interviewing, methods and the difficult conversation (MI). The aim of the course is for the student to learn how different communication tools work and how different factors can support or hinder communication between people.

What you will learn

What you learn.

  • Can apply study techniques and methods for effective learning
  • Can write simple reports with correct structure and language
  • Can write a professional CV and cover letter
  • Can communicate digitally and via social media, e.g. LinkedIn
  • Can adapt their spoken and written message to the recipient
  • Can listen actively and give constructive feedback in a group
Curriculum

How the course is built.

  1. Study technique and learning

    Methods for effective learning and study techniques during the program.

  2. Report writing

    The basics of structuring and writing a clear report.

  3. CV and cover letter

    Writing professional application documents for the labor market.

  4. Digital communication

    Communication via digital channels and social media such as LinkedIn.

  5. Oral communication and feedback

    Communicating in a group, adapting messages to the recipient, and giving and receiving feedback.

Target audience

Who is this for?

The course is aimed at students on TUC's YH programs who want to strengthen their communication skills ahead of their future professional role and the labor market.

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