Fundamentals of Cancer Care (HEAE312 / APP789)

Become competent in all aspects regarding the specialist treatment and care of those with cancer
CPD for healthcare professionals
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Key features

These modules provide a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of cancer care for healthcare professionals working with individuals affected by cancer. Aligned with the ACCEND Framework, they support learners to develop a robust understanding of the biological basis of cancer, common treatment modalities, and the impact of cancer on individuals, families, and communities.

Learning outcomes

HEAE312 (degree level)
  • Analyse how policies, guidelines, and healthcare systems influence cancer services and care for people affected by cancer.
  • Apply knowledge on the biology of cancer, aetiology and treatments for cancer.
  • Recognise the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual impact of cancer and the importance of personalised, supportive care.
  • Reflect on your professional role within multi-professional teams, considering communication, leadership, ethics, research and person-centred care.
APP789 (masters level)
  • Critically appraise how policies, guidelines, and healthcare systems influence cancer services and care for people affected by cancer.
  • Apply and critically evaluate an in-depth knowledge on the biology of cancer, aetiology and treatments for cancer.
  • Critically analyse the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual impact of cancer and the importance of personalised, supportive care.
  • Critically reflect on your professional role within multi-professional teams, considering communication, leadership, ethics, research and person-centred care.
Module code

HEAE312 / APP789


Credits

20


FHEQ level

Level 6 - bachelors degree / Level 7 - masters degree

How to apply
For further information on module dates, entry requirements, fees and funding and how to apply please contact the relevant education coordinator for the organisation where you wish to undertake the module, see below contact details.

This module is delivered by:

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Jackie Williams - j.williams16@nhs.net

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Admissions information

Additional information and documentation required for the application process.
  • Application forms.
  • Change of name forms.
  • Pre-course information.
  • Downloadable guides.
  • Student card.
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