Learn how to change the conversation

The art of conversation

Active Conversations is a practical, evidence-based online learning course developed by clinicians, for clinicians that teaches you how to have quick, effective and positive conversations that encourage patients to do more physical activity. The next 12 week course is starting on May 5 2020.

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Do you suffer with any of these symptoms?

You avoid talking to patients about behaviour change because you know it will take more time than you've got

A long conversation doesn’t mean a good conversation, and a short one certainly doesn’t mean an ineffective one. We break down conversation frameworks into 1, 5, and more minute chunks to help you have a positive impact – no matter how much time you have.

You find it awkward to bring up increasing levels of physical activity without patients becoming defensive

It sometimes ain’t what you say, it’s the way that you say it. Active Conversations will help you learn how to build a collaborative and productive conversation by uncovering your patient’s own reason for change.

You hear "yes, but..." a lot when you try to encourage behaviour change

Learn our top tips for turning a “Yes, but” into a “Yes, and”, encouraging a more positive dialogue which is more likely to succeed.

A long conversation doesn’t mean a good conversation, and a short one certainly doesn’t mean an ineffective one. We break down conversation frameworks into 1, 5, and more minute chunks to help you have a positive impact – no matter how much time you have.

It sometimes ain’t what you say, it’s the way that you say it. Active Conversations will help you learn how to build a collaborative and productive conversation by uncovering your patient’s own reason for change.

Learn our top tips for turning a “Yes, but” into a “Yes, and”, encouraging a more positive dialogue which is more likely to succeed.

Learn how to
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Keep conversations quick and effective

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Have engaging, comfortable conversations that increase patients’ confidence

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Help people find motivation by understanding what matters to them

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Avoid common conversational traps like “Yes, but…”

How it works

Modular

Our flexible online course is comprised of 6 modules over 12 weeks, all learning materials are included to help you have better conversations.

Practical

Each module contains practical concepts, demonstrations, strategies and scripts to help you practice your active conversation skills.

Peer support

Learning with others is a key element of the course. Our discussion forums allow you to reflect on your progress, ask questions and support others.

Skill progression

Gain the skills and confidence to have brief conversations and guide patients towards improved health and a more active lifestyle.

Professional

Developed for clinicians by clinicians. We understand what this means for daily clinical practice, and have designed the course accordingly.

Why it matters

Many of us know that our patients' lives could be so much better if they move a just a little more. How do we best go about helping them with this important lifestyle change in our busy clinics and time-limited consultations?

The Active Conversations course has been designed by clinicians to help you get better at exactly this.

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What's in it for you?
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Earn CPD points

You can achieve 16 of your CPD points with this online course.
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A bit less stress

Make your conversations more productive and less stressful.
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Save time

Better managed and brief conversations can help keep your day on time.
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Make change happen

Helping patients to make a little change can make a big difference.

94% of participants have rated our course as "high" or "very high" quality.

Our next 12 week course is starting May 5 2020.

Book now for only £150 ! Asset 1

'Thank you for this experience, I have certainly had my eyes opened!'

Dr. Jill Neale

Junior Doctor, NHS

'Definitely has been a worth while course and has opened my eyes to a different approach to tackling
problems not just for physical exercise but other aspects of health care'

Hazel Coburn

Midwife, NHS

'This style and approach will make conversations so much easier by giving patients the responsibility for their health and realising that it is okay if they are not ready to change'

Hendriette Knowles

Community Liason Officer, South Oxfordshire District Council

FAQs

You can find some of our frequently asked questions here: FAQs