OSCE Preparation Course for Dentists

General Information:

This specialized OSCE Preparation Course for Dentists is designed for internationally trained dental professionals who plan to work in Sweden and need to pass the Swedish OSCE exam.

In this 12-week program, you will combine targeted Swedish medical language training with practical OSCE preparation, guided by an experienced language instructor and a licensed dentist currently working in Sweden. The course focuses on improving your oral proficiency, listening comprehension, and exam readiness through small-group, interactive learning.

Our hands-on approach ensures you gain the vocabulary, confidence, and communication strategies necessary to succeed in both the OSCE exam and real-life Swedish dental practice.

Course Materials

Primary Book: Odontologisk Svenska – Handbok för utländska tandläkare by Therese Werner.
Additional materials include previous OSCE exam stations, language exercises, and practice role plays — all provided by Swedish Brain.

Course Details:

Duration

10 weeks of live, interactive Zoom classes.

Schedule

Zoom sessions every Saturday at 12:30 CET

Group Size

4-8 participants per group

Price

6,400 kr ~590 €

Prerequisites:

Professional degree as a dentist or dental hygienist.
Swedish proficiency at B1 level (test your level here).
High motivation and commitment to extensive study, including weekly homework.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:
- Dentists trained outside Sweden who plan to work in the Swedish healthcare system.
- Dental professionals preparing for the Swedish OSCE exam.
- Learners with basic to advanced Swedish looking to improve dental-specific communication.

Benefits & Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

- Confidently communicate with patients and colleagues in Swedish dental settings.
- Pass the Swedish OSCE exam with a strong command of both medical and patient-friendly language.
- Take thorough patient histories in Swedish.
- Describe symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment plans using appropriate terminology.
- Adapt your communication for pediatric dentistry and special patient needs.
- Give patient-centered consultations with empathy and professionalism.
- Master dental-specific vocabulary in areas such as cariology, oral radiology, prosthodontics, and orthodontics.
- Explain habits and preventive care (smoking, diet, dental hygiene) clearly and effectively in Swedish.

OSCE Success Strategies — Expert tips, tricks, and practice from a licensed dentist.
Patient History Practice — Asking the right questions and understanding patient stories.
Symptom Communication — Learn common phrases used by patients and professionals.
Dental Medical Vocabulary — From technical to everyday Swedish.
Pain Description Language — Mastering nuances in patient pain reporting.
Pediatric Dentistry Language — Age-appropriate communication strategies.
Treatment Plan Explanations — Step-by-step clarity for patient understanding.
Habits & Lifestyle Conversations — Culturally adapted approaches for Swedish patients.
Role Play & Real Exam Practice — Using real OSCE past exams and stations.

Michelle Sevastik

Michelle Sevastik is a skilled physiotherapist who graduated from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm in 2015. With experience in primary care and Neurological Rehabilitation, Michelle has also contributed to online clinical work for a Swedish physiotherapy platform focusing on patients with osteoarthritis. She holds a diploma in Narrative Health Coaching, emphasizing her commitment to excellent patient communication and collaboration. Michelle is passionate about teaching and deeply invested in her students’ learning process at Swedish Brain, ensuring they gain the skills needed for their careers in healthcare.

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