Workshop Details & Booking

Advanced communication: accents and cultural factors - Thursday 20th November 2025

Alternative dates for this workshop:

Unfortunately no additional dates are currently available.

This session is limited to the following posts:

• Dental Trainee
• Foundation Doctor
• GP Trainee
• Public Health Trainee
• Locally Employed Doctor
• CT/IMT/ST1-3
• ST4-8

A strong accent can be a big barrier to clear communication. 

Having an accent is absolutely fine and you should be proud of it, but issues can arise when it gets in the way of being understood and/or if it is affecting your confidence. 

Comments from previous attendees:

• "These sessions provide valuable insights into understanding different personality types and behaviours, as well as practical strategies to navigate challenging interactions effectively."

• "The combination of discussions and role-playing made the session engaging and practical. The balance between theory and hands-on practice worked well, and the opportunity for open discussion and reflection added to the learning experience."

Learning Outcomes:

In this workshop we will cover:

• Phonemics (the individual sounds of British English)
• Particular sounds that are difficult for the individual
• Exercises to strengthen articulation and diction
• Pronunciation
• Clarity
• Speed of delivery
• Energy and stamina
• Eye contact
• Effective body language and gestures

Date: Thursday 20th Nov 2025 (9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)

Price: £20.00

Facilitator Charlotte Grundy

Places: 24 people (There are still places left).

Venue: Copthorne Hotel, The Close, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3RT