The Faculty of Health Studies at the University of Pardubice is hosting the ERASMUS+ Blended Intensive Programme Safe Working Environment and Effective Communication (SAFE-COM). The programme focuses on developing communication skills that support workplace safety, effective cooperation, and the prevention of conflicts and undesirable phenomena in professional environments.
SAFE-COM brings together students from partner universities to explore how communication influences safety, trust, and psychological well-being at work, with a strong emphasis on practical application across various professional fields.
Main topics of BIP SAFE-COM 2026
✅ How to communicate effectively within a team and overcome communication barriers
✅ How to recognise and respond to aggressive behaviour in the workplace
✅ How to use de-escalation techniques while maintaining professional conduct
✅ How to develop assertive and non-violent communication skills
✅ How to build psychological safety, trust, and open communication at work
The online part of the programme provides students with a strong theoretical and practical foundation for the follow-up on-site component. Through interactive sessions, students develop skills in assertive and non-violent communication, stress management, teamwork, and conflict prevention.
March 2 – March 27, 2026 – three lessons per week (2 hours 15 minutes each), tentatively on Wednesday afternoon 15:30 CET-17:45 CET
The online part will provide students with a theoretical and practical base for the follow-up on-site part. It focuses on assertive and non-violent communication, where students will gradually gain knowledge and skills in effective team communication, overcoming communication barriers, and building trust. They will also learn to recognize and respond appropriately to various forms of aggressive behaviour and use de-escalation techniques.
| Session 1 (March 4, 2026) – Communication in a Team, Managing Communication Challenges (Professor Pedro Campuzano, UVa) - Principles of effective teamwork communication, identifying and overcoming communication barriers, resolving misunderstandings, and building trust and cooperation. |
| Session 2 (March 11, 2026) – Communication with Aggressive Individuals (Professor Pedro Campuzano, UVa) - Recognising types of aggressive behaviour (verbal, nonverbal, passive, manipulative), managing stress, using de-escalation techniques, and maintaining safety and professional conduct. |
| Session 3 (March 18, 2026) – Assertive and Nonviolent Communication (Klára Václavíková, UPCE) - Developing assertive skills, setting boundaries, saying “no” without guilt, practicing Nonviolent Communication (NVC), and working with emotions and empathy. |
| Session 4 (March 252, 2026) – Psychological Safety and Open Communication in the Workplace (Klára Václavíková, UPCE) - Creating a climate of trust, encouraging open sharing of opinions and mistakes, preventing conflicts and mobbing, and understanding the importance of respect and feedback for a safe work environment. |
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| BIP_SAFE-COM_131437.pdf - pdf | 114 kB |
SAFE-COM is not only about learning – it is also about sharing experiences, building international connections, and preparing for real workplace challenges in healthcare, social services, education, and other professional environments.
