Having sensitive conversations, managing difficult calls

Duration : 6.5 Hours
Accreditation : 6 CPD

Availability: In house only

Communicating with people who maybe be experiencing some form of personal difficulties and who may be in a situation which is causing them distress has a unique set of challenges which need to be managed to provide a first-rate healthcare service

Management of people who may be in crisis, including those who have suffered recent loss and who are receiving bad news requires a particular skill set to ensure that safety and security are paramount.

This programme enables participants to understand what makes for a good professional relationship, how to deal with potentially difficult situations and diffuse them, and how to take care of themselves.

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Having sensitive conversations, managing difficult calls


Accredited by:CPD


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After completion of this course delegates will:

  • Learn advanced techniques of calming the situation through communication skills.
  • Develop confidence and reduce the fear or panic when dealing with patients who may be angry or aggressive.
  • Build empathy to support the person through a foundation of understanding around their circumstances and causes of distress. 
  • Develop confidence and reduce the fear or panic when dealing with people who may be angry or aggressive.
  • Be able to Identify the signs of conflict.
  • To understand the cycle of arousal and aggression
  • To explore the effective telephone communication skills needed in managing difficult situations.   
  • Develop understanding of how to use empathy, paraphrasing and reflection in de-escalation.
  • Examine best practice in giving unwanted outcomes.
  • How to manage difficult interactions.
  • Develop understanding of how to look after your well-being in relation to challenging situations.