Advanced Skill Certificate in Character Building for Health Communication
Published on June 18, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to have Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in health communication and the instructor of the new course, "Advanced Skill Certificate in Character Building for Health Communication." Dr. Smith, can you tell us what inspired you to create this course? GUEST: Absolutely, I noticed a gap in health communication education, focusing on character building skills that foster trust and engagement. I wanted to create a course that addressed this need. HOST: Interesting, can you give us an example of how character building can improve health communication? GUEST: Certainly, for instance, a health communicator who demonstrates empathy and authenticity is more likely to build trust with their audience, making health messages more effective. HOST: That makes sense. Are there any current industry trends that this course addresses? GUEST: Yes, there's a growing recognition of the importance of narrative and storytelling in health communication. This course equips learners with strategies to create impactful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what would you say are the biggest obstacles in implementing character-driven communication in health? GUEST: Time and resources are always a challenge, but perhaps the biggest obstacle is the mindset shift required to prioritize character building in health communication. HOST: Where do you see the future of character-driven communication in health? GUEST: I believe it will become a cornerstone of health communication, as people increasingly seek authentic and trustworthy sources of health information. HOST: That's exciting! Dr. Smith, thank you for joining us today and giving us an inside look at your new course. It's clear that this course will be a game-changer for health professionals and communicators. GUEST: Thank you for having me, I'm looking forward to seeing the impact this course will have on learners. (Note: The dialogue has been kept brief and focused, adhering to the 2-3 minute guideline.)
