❓ Why This Course Exists
Many trainees fail CASC not because they lack knowledge, but because they: Sound unsure under pressure Miss emotional cues Over-empathise or collude Struggle to set boundaries Fail to sound safe, calm, and senior CASC is not testing how kind you are. It is testing whether an examiner would trust you with a high-risk patient. This course teaches you how to communicate like a senior psychiatrist in CASC — consistently and safely.
🎯 Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal if you are: Preparing for CASC (UK or international) Clinically competent but worried about communication marks Unsure how to handle emotion, anger, silence, or resistance Often told you are “borderline” or “need to sound more confident” An international trainee adapting to UK CASC expectations No acting skills required. No “be more empathic” advice. Just clear, teachable communication frameworks.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to: Demonstrate empathy without losing authority Use examiner-safe language in every station Handle tears, anger, silence, and distress calmly Ask about suicide and risk sensitively and clearly Set boundaries and say “no” without sounding defensive Sound confident even when you feel unsure Avoid common communication errors that silently fail stations Most importantly, you will learn how to sound like a safe senior doctor — every time.
How the Course Works
Short, focused video lessons (5–10 minutes) Clear communication frameworks you can memorise and reuse Real CASC-style examples (fail vs pass) Downloadable phrase banks and checklists Designed for self-paced learning No live sessions — accessible worldwide You can complete the course in one weekend, then revisit key lessons before the exam.
Meet Your Educator
I am a UK-based psychiatrist with years of experience, I understand the hurdles you may encounter during your training. I'm excited to share my expertise and help you navigate through the complexities of the CASC assessment. My goal is to see you excel and become a confident and competent psychiatrist in your field.
Course Content at a Glance
You’ll cover: How CASC examiners actually mark communication Why good trainees fail despite “saying the right things” The CASC empathy formula that works in every station Examiner-safe phrases (and what to avoid) Handling crying, anger, silence, and resistance Empathy during suicide, psychosis, mania, and safeguarding Saying “no”, setting boundaries, and explaining detention Full CASC station walk-throughs A final communication checklist for exam day
🧠 How This Is Different From Other CASC Courses
This course: Focuses only on communication and empathy Treats empathy as a clinical skill, not a personality trait Is built specifically around CASC marking criteria Is designed by someone who understands examiner thinking Works equally well for UK and international candidates This is not therapy training. This is exam-ready communication.
Ready to Excel in the CASC Assessment?
Enroll now to access a wealth of resources, expert guidance, and personalized support to help you succeed in your Psychiatry training journey.
£49.00