Overview

Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy delivered by University of Sunderland is for those who care for patients undergoing systemic anticancer treatment (SACT) and chemotherapy.

Key facts

The course covers the anatomy and physiology of cell biology and cancer, exploring how it develops in the body. This is the only face-to-face course of its kind in the north of England.

We teach the course on campus over eight weeks. You'll learn from University lecturers and healthcare professionals who work in oncology in the region.

Assessment is in two parts:

Part 1: A critical reflective case study

Part 2: An action plan that reflects how you could improve patient care. Questions relating to the action plan follow this.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

This course explores a range of anti-cancer treatments used in patient care. You’ll also learn about how they're used and their side effects. This includes chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies, and targeted therapies.

You’ll also look at holistic care and how treatment can affect patients and their families.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 56 days

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Health Education Occupational Therapy View 5 other Short Courses in Occupational Therapy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for this course, you must:

Be a registrant

Be responsible for the dispensing/administration of SACT. Or, be actively caring/involved with patients undergoing these treatments

Have evidence of relevant study at Level 6.

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

Employers usually meets course costs. We advise that you speak to your workforce development lead before applying.

Living costs

Sunderland

United Kingdom

758 - 1438 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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