Engaging people in end of life talk
Video and audio-based communication training
‘RealTalk’ is a novel approach to training aimed at enhancing healthcare communication. It is based upon real-life video and audio recordings of UK hospice care and bereavement support groups, and learning points based on communication science research using the Conversation Analysis method.
Apply for access to RealTalk resources
RealTalk comprises
- An online knowledge hub with ‘In a Nutshell‘ accessible versions of communication science publications, and blogposts
- Free online training materials featuring video and audio clips of real life practice and evidence-based learning points. Trainers must register in order to use these. The authentic nature of the clips means that access to them is restricted to certain types of trainees and training events. More information here
- Communication masterclasses, introductory and refresher workshops, and consultancy delivered by experts in healthcare communication research and education.
Am I eligible?
If you are uncertain whether you meet the criteria to have access to the video clips, please complete the form and one of the team will be in contact to talk through in more detail.
Background to the project
RealTalk has been developed as part of a research programme called VERDIS, which refers to video-based research and training on supportive and end of life care interactions. RealTalk aims to enhance the quality and effectiveness of evidence-based communication skills training in the area of end of life care, advance care planning, communicating with empathy, talking about pain, and talking about loss and bereavement.
Please contact the RealTalk team for any guidance in locating resources or evidence base on this website realtalk@treetopshospice.org.uk
Training Modules
