Description

This badge certifies that the holder can communicate effectively in Hebrew within professional healthcare contexts, including complex patient interactions and clinical communication. It confirms the ability to interpret medical information, use specialised terminology, support clinical documentation, and interact with patients and healthcare teams in diverse and sensitive situations. The holder applies advanced communication skills, ethical considerations, and intercultural awareness in healthcare environments. This micro-credential aligns with EQF Level 6 and supports roles in healthcare support, administration, and clinical communication.

Knowledge

Acquired Skills

  • interact verbally in Hebrew (ESCO)
  • write Hebrew (ESCO)
  • understand written Hebrew (ESCO)
  • understand spoken Hebrew (ESCO)
  • advise medical staff (ESCO)
  • teach medical science (ESCO)

Target Group

Medical and nursing students

Healthcare professionals working in Hebrew-speaking contexts

Translators and interpreters in healthcare

Requirements

Health sciences, nursing, medicine, or related fields or relevant professional experience in healthcare

C.V

Course Duration

80 Hours

Learning Method

Hybrid (Online & Offline)

Assessment Method

Practical Assignment

Certificate Title

Micro-credential in Hebrew for Medical Purposes

Certificate Type

Micro-Credential

College

An-Najah Academy for Future Skills & Lifelong Learning

Academic Department

An-Najah Academy for Future Skills & Lifelong Learning

Coordinator

Name: Soheil Salha
Email: ssalha@najah.edu

ECTS

3.00

Main Topics

Module 1: Advanced Medical Hebrew Communication

Hours: 12


Content:

  • Advanced Hebrew language structures in healthcare contexts
  • Use of specialised medical vocabulary
  • Communication accuracy and fluency in professional settings

Evaluation:

  • Oral communication test (structured interaction)
  • Terminology quiz (written)


Module 2: Patient Interaction and Clinical Communication

Hours: 16


Content:

  • Conducting patient interviews and history-taking
  • Explaining diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans
  • Managing sensitive communication with patients

Evaluation:

  • Role-play assessment (complex patient scenarios)
  • Case-based communication task


Module 3: Medical Terminology and Clinical Documentation

Hours: 14


Content:

  • Advanced medical terminology in Hebrew
  • Reading and interpreting clinical records and prescriptions
  • Writing structured medical notes and reports

Evaluation:

  • Written assignment (clinical documentation)
  • Interpretation test (medical texts)


Module 4: Healthcare System and Professional Communication

Hours: 10


Content:

  • Communication within hospitals and healthcare institutions
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork communication
  • Administrative and reporting language

Evaluation:

  • Scenario-based written task
  • Communication exercise (team interaction simulation)


Module 5: Emergency and Critical Communication

Hours: 10


Content:

  • Communication in emergency and urgent situations
  • Delivering clear instructions under pressure
  • Risk and safety communication

Evaluation:

  • Simulation-based role-play
  • Oral response assessment


Module 6: Intercultural and Ethical Communication in Healthcare

Hours: 8


Content:

  • Cultural sensitivity in healthcare communication
  • Ethical considerations in patient interaction
  • Patient-centred communication approaches

Evaluation:

  • Case analysis (ethical scenario)
  • Reflective assignment


Module 7: Integrated Practice and Final Assessment

Hours: 10


Content:

  • Integrated communication in realistic healthcare scenarios
  • Application of all skills in simulated clinical contexts

Evaluation:

  • Final practical assessment (role-play + documentation task)
  • Performance-based evaluation (communication + accuracy + professionalism)


Assessment Details

Assessment is based on continuous evaluation, practical communication tasks, written assignments, and a final integrated performance assessment simulating real healthcare scenarios. A minimum of 60% is required to pass.

Platforms Used

www.najah.ai

Stackability Type

Standalone Certificate

Stackability Details

This micro-credential is offered as a standalone certificate and may be considered for future recognition or accumulation subject to institutional policies.

Approvals

Department Approved: Yes
Faculty Approved: Yes
Approval Date: 2026-03-23

European Qualifications Framework Level

Level 6