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Does learning languages really prevent dementia?
Back to Menu ↩ Many of in the language teaching profession have used this claim at some point: learning a language is good for your brain. It
July 28, 2026
SLC works with healthcare employers and recruitment companies to enable international nurses, doctors, AHPs, and healthcare support workers to pass English tests, relocate successfully to the UK, and improve their clinical communication skills so they can both meet regulatory requirements and provide safe and effective care to patients in the UK.
SLC’s courses are online and work on all devices, so learners can study from wherever they are. We have supported NHS candidates on projects across the UK, Africa, Europe and Asia, including the Indian subcontinent, the Gulf and the Philippines.
NHS employers can view learning progress in detail at any time through the dynamic reporting system and regular academic reviews.
Back to Menu ↩ Many of in the language teaching profession have used this claim at some point: learning a language is good for your brain. It
Back to Menu ↩ Support for internationally recruited nurses usually stops early. There is a registration process, a language test, an induction programme, and then an
Back to Menu ↩ In medical English classes, we often discuss language barriers in one direction. Whether it be moving overseas for work, attending conferences,
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