Foundations in Cancer Care

Short course

CPD hours available

2 day

Course Outline

This comprehensive course offers learners an introduction to cancer care, providing an understanding of how cancer impacts individuals throughout their journey with the disease and beyond. It is structured to follow the cancer care pathway, encompassing key stages from prevention and diagnosis to treatment, survivorship, advanced disease, and end-of-life care.

This course equips participants with knowledge and insights to better understand and contribute to cancer care, whether they are healthcare professionals or individuals seeking to expand their understanding.

Delivery Method:

Hybrid

Duration:

2 day

CPD

13 hours

Key Topics

What is Cancer? An overview of cancer.
Cancer Policy: Insight into guidelines, regulations, and frameworks shaping cancer care.
Patient Story: Real-life experiences to illustrate the human aspect of cancer.
Living with the Impact of Cancer: Addressing physical, emotional, and social challenges.
Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatments (SACT): Understanding chemotherapy and related therapies.
Radiotherapy: Principles and applications in cancer treatment.
Clinical Trials: Exploring the role of trials in advancing cancer care.
Acute Oncology: Managing oncological emergencies in cancer patients.
Palliative Care: Focusing on the care of patients with advanced disease.
Supportive Care: Addressing holistic needs to support the wider needs of the patient.
Transforming Cancer Services: An overview of the changing landscape of oncology in S E Wales and beyond.
Case Studies: Practical examples to illustrate concepts and care approaches.

Audience

This course is designed for individuals across a range of roles and settings, aiming to enhance their understanding of cancer care. It caters to both registered healthcare professionals and unregistered workforce members involved in supporting people affected by cancer. Additionally, it is ideal for those working in other environments who wish to broaden their knowledge of cancer care practices.

Delivery Format

This course will be delivered as an interactive workshop. Our workshops involve a variety of activities, including case studies, group discussions, polls and role play. You will be able to attend the course virtually or in person.

Cost

Our prices vary based on how you will be attending the course. This course is fully funded for staff from the Velindre Cancer Service. If you are not Velindre Cancer Service staff, the costs will be as follows:

Online (General) – £107.96
In Person (General) – £130.72
Online (Student) – £87.38
In Person (Student) – £109.05

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