THIS TRAINING COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED
This is considered the “gold standard” of communications skills training for the cancer workforce. The course is led by experienced trained facilitators and involves the use of actors in scenarios. Content includes:
- breaking bad news
- shared decision making
- transition to palliative care
You will need to have an enhanced level of communications skills training prior to applying for this course.
Session 1: Date and Time: Wednesday 18th November 2026, 8:30-17:30
Session 2: Date and Time: Thursday 19th October 2026, 8:30-17:00
Venue: RNLI College, West Quay Road, Poole, BH15 1HZ
Cost: Free
Audience: This course is aimed at experienced cancer clinical nurse specialists (band 6 and above) to enhance their communication skills in more challenging scenarios. Due to funding restrictions, this offer can only be offered to health care professionals whose primary role focuses on supporting people with a cancer diagnosis.
To Register: Email wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk to request an application form