SBAR

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This course teaches you how to use the SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) method to ensure effective, concise, and clear communication in healthcare settings.

4 Modules1 hour
£169£0
SBAR

Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Understand why the SBAR method was developed
  • Recognize the importance of using SBAR and the consequences of not using it
  • Be able to explain what each part of SBAR stands for and its purpose
  • Know how and when to apply the SBAR framework in real-world scenarios
  • Implement SBAR effectively to support patient care and clinical safety
  • Evaluate and review your use of SBAR for continuous improvement

Modules

Module 1

What SBAR means & Why we need it

Module 2

The SBAR process - step-by-step

Module 3

How & When to use SBAR

Module 4

Summary

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Frequently Asked Questions

SBAR is a structured clinical communication tool meaning Situation, Background, Assessment and Recommendation. It helps UK healthcare professionals share patient information clearly and consistently.

SBAR supports clear handovers, escalation of concerns and safer clinical communication by helping healthcare staff present essential patient information in a logical order.

SBAR can be used during patient handovers, referrals, clinical escalation and urgent communication between healthcare teams in UK hospitals and care settings.

By structuring key clinical information, SBAR can reduce communication gaps, support timely escalation and help teams make informed decisions about patient care.

SBAR training is useful for UK nurses, doctors, healthcare assistants and other professionals who communicate patient information, hand over care or escalate clinical concerns.