Cancer Care
Who should attend this course
This Cancer care course is intended for UK and international healthcare professionals who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of the theories and practices that underpin cancer care. It has been specifically designed for individuals who work or plan to work with patients who have cancer.
The course can be taken as a stand alone module or as part of a post graduate award. e.g. Post Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree.
You should be a qualified healthcare professional. If you wish to undertake this as part of a postgraduate award normally a degree, or equivalent, is required.
Course content
The course aims to:
- develop an understanding of cancer, the causes, the treatments, the information and care required by those experiencing cancer
- critically review the local and national policies, guidelines and directives that underpin and impact on the treatment and delivery of cancer care
The course content includes theories of cancer development, the physiological changes at a cellular level, the impact this has on the person with cancer and in society in terms of psychological and social significance.
You will consider the factors that promote cancer be they environmental, viral or from a genetic predisposition and considers how lifestyle can influence the disease. You will also consider the various treatments used against cancer and the care of symptoms that arise from these treatments.
The impact that government policy has in regard to health promotion, and the management of cancer will be discussed.
Extensive use will be made of group sessions during which active participation will be expected. You will be given guidance and opportunity to engage in academic and professional communication both as part of the learning and assessment processes.
Download a printable version of the leaflet for the Cancer care course
How does this module map the NHS KSF?
The module contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for the KSF:
- Core dimensions 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6
- Health and wellbeing 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7
- Information and knowledge 3
- General 2
Assessment
The assessment consists of 2,500 word case study, a presentation and completion of competencies.
Why choose this course?
How to apply
Course fees
Credit / level for this course: 30 credits at level 6 or 7.
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Contract funding for NHS staff
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.
If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.
Study routes
- Part Time