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Italian for nursing

Reach Nursing in 3 months

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Official curriculum Structured courses from A1 to B2
Self-study or with a teacher Start with self-study, switch to conversation classes if you want to progress faster.
3 months to complete 1 level Flexible duration, adapted to your schedule
App + (e)Books AI corrections, audio and video lessons
Professional teacher
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Audio/PDF/writing
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Course description

Italian for Nurses: Language Preparation for Nursing Practice in Italy

What you will learn

  • Communicate in Italian during patient interviews, handovers, and clinical teamwork.
  • Prepare for Italian language evaluations linked to OPI registration, diploma recognition, and employer selection procedures.
  • Use nursing-specific terminology and the formal register expected in Italian healthcare institutions.
  • Understand and produce written Italian used in care reports, patient records, protocols, and instructions.

Who is this course for?

  • Nurses trained outside Italy who want to practise their profession in Italian healthcare institutions.
  • EU and non-EU healthcare professionals required to prove Italian language competence for employment.
  • Nurses with an A2+ level of Italian who need to reach B1 or B2 for professional and institutional use (students starting from A1 have access to our Italian A1 course).
  • Foreign nurses who have subscribed to the local OPI and would like to practice their Italian to prepare for the language test.

This course in short

  • You are prepared to meet Italian language requirements for nursing recognition and employment.
  • You train practical and institutional skills aligned with the OPI tests: patient communication, documentation, and professional interaction.
  • Learning combines a structured online learning programme with targeted one-to-one conversation classes.
  • Course materials are based on authentic Italian healthcare communication, adapted to your CEFR level.
  • A flexible, profession-oriented Italian course designed for safe nursing practice and professional integration.

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Curriculum

You reach 1 level in 3 months. Vocabulary and grammar are aligned with official exams (CEFR).

Develop clear and professional communication skills for Italian healthcare workplaces.

  • Present your professional profile, education, and responsibilities using formal Italian used in nursing contexts
  • Describe hospital units, services, equipment, and facility orientation within the Italian healthcare system (SSN)
  • Discuss daily duties, shift organisation, teamwork, and task planning using appropriate professional register
  • Observe patients, record vital signs, and report clinical changes accurately and objectively in Italian
  • Write basic nursing documentation and participate effectively in handovers and multidisciplinary meetings

Use professional Italian to ensure safe, respectful, and patient-centred care.

  • Apply and explain hygiene rules, infection prevention measures, and safety protocols used in Italian healthcare
  • Describe skin conditions, wounds, pressure injuries, and related nursing interventions
  • Communicate clearly about chronic conditions, symptoms, pain, and patient complaints
  • Support daily care routines, mobility, and rehabilitation using clear and respectful language
  • Report incidents, manage difficult situations, and respond appropriately to urgent or unexpected events
  • Discuss end-of-life care with sensitivity, in line with Italian ethical and clinical standards

Support patients’ physical wellbeing through accurate and understandable communication.

  • Explain medication administration, dosage, timing, and possible side effects in clear Italian
  • Communicate about nutrition, hydration, swallowing difficulties, and nutritional risk
  • Discuss diets, allergies, food preferences, and clinical dietary requirements
  • Provide assistance with personal care and communicate professionally about continence care
  • Support autonomy, leisure activities, and social participation in care settings
  • Communicate effectively with family members, caregivers, volunteers, and home care services

Manage more complex clinical and psychosocial situations using professional Italian.

  • Communicate appropriately about mental health conditions, cognitive disorders, and neurodevelopmental differences
  • Use pain scales and basic health assessment models in patient interaction
  • Apply structured communication methods commonly used in Italian healthcare (e.g. SBAR)
  • Discuss medication groups, injections, nutritional deficits, and associated risks
  • Prepare patients for medical examinations, procedures, and surgical interventions, and provide post-procedure support

Act responsibly within the Italian healthcare system and professional framework.

  • Understand the organisation of the Italian healthcare system (SSN), referrals, and access to care
  • Communicate about professional responsibilities, safety regulations, and workplace procedures
  • Apply ergonomic principles, new materials, and updated protocols in daily nursing practice
  • Communicate effectively in intercultural contexts and with patients with cognitive or communication limitations
  • Recognise ethical dilemmas and communicate in accordance with Italian laws, professional codes, and OPI guidelines

Self-study

Study independently with full access to the learning portal.

Access Per month Total Discount
1 month €14.99 €14.99 —
3 months €8.00 €24.00 -47%
6 months €5.75 €34.50 -62%
12 months €3.79 €45.48 -75%
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  • Personalized difficulty report

Your course includes access to all levels, so your teacher can personalize your course plan. Conversation classes are optional.

Recommended packages when learning with a teacher

Package Live classes Self-study Estimated time
Regular 12 x 60 minutes 45 lessons, 30 minutes/day 3 months Most students complete 1 level in 3 months, you can switch to other levels if you progress faster.
Conversation 24 x 60 minutes 45 lessons, 30 minutes/day 3 months Two conversation classes per week for steady speaking practice.
Intensive 48 x 60 minutes 45 lessons, 30 minutes/day 3 months Four conversation classes per week for fast progress.
Credits valid for 1 year
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I have been learning with Monica for nine months. I started lessons with her because she was one of the few teachers that could prepare students for the PLIDA exam. I had several lessons with her before the (A2) exam and I did really well thanks to her. I enjoyed her lessons so much that I decided to continue learning with her after the exam. She is a lovely teacher - very thorough, but also patient and kind, and I can notice the improvement in my Italian since taking lessons with her. Highly recommend her!
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