Courses at CCO

Thursday, May 17, 2001 - 04:45 am
As part of our commitment to the development of services for people living with cancer, the Clinical Education department at Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology offers professional development and educational programmes aimed at professionals with an interest in cancer care.

These include validated courses, study days and short courses. We are also willing to accommodate the educational needs of individual organisations upon request.

For further information on any of the courses, please contact:

Debbie Wyatt, Macmillan Lecturer
Teresa Mealor, Course Administrator
Tel: 0151 334 1155 ext. 4319/4817
Direct dial: 0151 482 7682
Fax: 0151 482 7662
E-mail: [email protected]

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Wednesday, April 11, 2001 - 06:43 am
ONCOLOGY NURSING COURSE (previously known as ENB 237)
In association with the School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Higher Education

This is a 6 month course aimed at nurses who wish to develop expertise in cancer care. It is available on a full or part-time basis and consists of 4 modules which are designed to integrate theory and practice. The course consists of weekly study days plus practice placements. On successful completion, students will gain 60 credits at level 2.

Cost
Part-time: £1100
Full-time: £1400

Commencement dates: 5 February 2002
and 30 September 2002

Maximum numbers: 15
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Wednesday, April 11, 2001 - 06:52 am
ONCOLOGY COURSE FOR ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS (Taught course)
In association with School of Health Sciences, Liverpool University

This award has been designed for AHPs wishing to develop their knowledge and expertise in cancer care. The course consists of 2 modules. Module 1 is designed to give AHPs a broad overview of oncology and cancer services. Module 2 is designed to offer AHPs the opportunity to apply in-depth knowledge of cancer treatments, and their effects, to the role of the multi-professional team in cancer care. Each module will consist of 7 full days throughout each semester.

Module 1 may be taken as a stand alone module or in conjunction with Module 2, to form the CCO award in Oncology Care. On completion, students will gain 15 credits per module at level 3.

Cost per module: £300

Commencement dates
Module 1: October 2002
Module 2: January 2003

Maximum number: 20 per module
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Tuesday, November 20, 2001 - 03:40 pm
ONCOLOGY COURSE FOR ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
(Distance Learning)
GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF ONCOLOGY MODULE 1
In association with School of Health Sciences, Liverpool University

This module is based on module 1 of the taught Oncology for AHPs course but is delivered by distance learning. It is designed to give AHPs a broad overview of oncology and cancer services from a multi professional perspective and is aimed at qualified practitioners working in a range of settings.

The module may be taken as a stand alone module, or in conjunction with module 2 of the taught programme, to form the CCO award in Oncology Care. On successful completion, students will gain 15 credits per module at level 3.

Cost per module: £300

Commencement dates: twice a year - awaiting confirmation of dates (15 week course)

Maximum number: 20 per module

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Wednesday, April 11, 2001 - 07:01 am
CARE OF PATIENT REQUIRING CHEMOTHERAPY
(Previously known as ENB N59)
In association with the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Chester College of Higher education

This is a 3 week course which is suitable for nurses who wish to develop in-depth knowledge and skills in the theory and practice related to Intravenous Administration of Cytotoxic Drugs. Candidates should be registered nurses with a minimum of 6 months post registration experience including care of patients with cancer, in addition to a course in IV additives and phlebotomy skills. The 15 days are divided into 1 week of theory and 2 weeks of practice.

On successful completion, students will gain 15 credits at level 2 and the ENB N59.

Cost: £400

Commencement dates: 7 January 2002 and 7 October 2002

Maximum number: 9
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Thursday, May 17, 2001 - 02:54 am
NATURE OF CANCER COURSE

This course provides an introduction to the nature of cancer suitable for qualified and unqualified staff. The course consists of 4 sessions which include:

- Understanding cancer
- Early detection and diagnosis
- Radiotherapy
- Chemotherapy
- Metastatic spread

On successful completion of the course students will receive a certificate of attendance and achievement.

Cost: £80

Commencement date: 7 February 2002 and 31 October 2002

Each course consists of 4 sessions:
1st session 3.45 - 5.00 pm
2nd - 4th sessions 1.30 - 4.00 pm

Maximum number: 10


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Thursday, May 17, 2001 - 02:58 am
VENEPUNCTURE AND CANNULATION TRAINING DAY

This one day study is suitable for qualified staff who wish to develop their skills in order to deliver holistic care. The day includes:

- Safety factors/professional accountability
- Anatomy and physiology of veins suitable for
venepuncture and cannulation
- Assessment of the patient and environment
- Selection of suitable equipment
- Supervised practice
- Maintaining competencies

Cost: £30

Course dates: 8 March 2002, 12 July 2002 and 27 September 2002

Maximum number: 10

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Thursday, May 17, 2001 - 03:05 am
STUDY DAYS 2002

The following study days are planned for 2002:

CLINICAL GOVERNANCE STUDY DAY
Wednesday 13 March 2002

LYMPHOEDEMA MANAGEMENT - THE WAY FORWARD
Wednesday 20 March 2002

CANCER CARE FOR MEN STUDY DAY
Wednesday 22 May 2002

GOOD CLINICAL RESEARCH IN PRACTICE
Wednesday 10 July 2002

RADIOTHERAPY STUDY DAY
Tuesday 12 November 2002

Cost:
£40
£50 for GPs to include PGEA accreditation
£20 for students
Reduced rate for CCO staff

To include: Lunch, refreshments and course material. All participants will be issued with a Certificate of Attendance.

Venue: Study days will be held in the Wirral Postgraduate Medical Centre at Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology

To book a place:
Tel: 0151 334 1155 ext. 4319/4817
Direct line: 0151 482 7682
Fax: 0151 482 7662
E-mail: [email protected]

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Thursday, May 17, 2001 - 04:08 am
ONE DAY VISIT TO CLATTERBRIDGE CENTRE FOR ONCOLOGY

Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology (CCO) offer a one day visit for health care professionals wishing to learn more about the roles of a range of specialist practitioners within CCO e.g.

- Macmillan Nurse
- Oncology Support Nurse
- Roy Castle Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse
- Lymphoedema Nurse Specialist
- Palliative Care Specialist Nurse
- Clinical Nurse Specialist Chemotherapy
- Colorectal Specialist Nurse
- Tour of CCO
- Visit to treatment sets

Dates:
29 January 2002
14 March 2002
21 May 2002
3 July 2002
11 September 2002
26 November 2002

Maximum: 6 visitors per day

To book a place please contact:

Teresa Mealor, Clinical Education, Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology, Bebington, Wirral
Tel: 0151 334 1155 ext. 4319/4817
Direct dial: 0151 482 7682
E-mail: [email protected]

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Friday, May 11, 2001 - 02:01 am
CANCER CARE 2002 - 8TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE
Friday/Saturday 1/2 February 2002
The Queen Hotel, Chester, Cheshire

The new millennium has seen an increase in cancer initiatives and cancer remains very high on the national agenda. The Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology is very pleased to announce its 8th successive annual conference to drive forward cancer care delivery. Primarily the Cancer Plan has set the agenda for all health care professionals, which should result in faster and more effective health care for patients with cancer. It is a major programme of action linking prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care and research.

Cancer Care 2002 will explore how cancer care has been affected and will provide the opportunity for all health care professionals within the multi-professional team to share innovation and service development. This conference is suitable for cancer care professionals in primary, secondary, tertiary and palliative care and the voluntary sector.

Reflecting the direction of the Cancer Plan, abstracts are invited on issues related to improving prevention, screening, treatment, care and cancer services in the community.

Other aspects to be included are investing in staff and facilities, research, genetics, waiting times for diagnosis and treatment, and finally how the Cancer Plan may be implemented.

The conference planning team looks forward to welcoming you to Chester in February 2002 and to sharing an exciting, enjoyable and informative conference with you.

Conference fees:

Early Bird to 26.10.01

RCN Member £160
Non RCN Member £205


Standard from 27.10.01

RCN Member £205
Non RCN Member £255

Further information:

Please contact Adam Berthoud, Conference Organiser, Royal College of Nursing, 20 Cavendish Square, London W1G 0RN
Tel: 020 7647 3579
Fax: 020 7647 3411
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.rcn.org.uk/conferences

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CANCER CARE 2003 - 9TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE
DATE AND VENUE TO BE ANNOUNCED



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