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SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Date and Time: Tuesday 20th October 2026\, 8:30-17:30 \nSession 2: Date and Time: Wednesday 21st October 2026\, 8:30-17:00 \nVenue: Novotel Southampton\, 1 West Quay Road\, Southampton\, SO15 1RA \nCost: Free \nDescription: We can offer the opportunity for experienced cancer nurses to undertake the 2-day experiential Advanced Communication Skills Training (ACST) Course. \nThis 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: \n\nbreaking bad news\nshared decision making\ntransition to palliative care\n\nYou will need to have an enhanced level of communications skills training prior to applying for this course. \nAudience: 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. \nTo Register: Email wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk to request an application form
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/advanced-communication-skills-7/
LOCATION:Novotel\, Southampton\, 1 West Quay Road\, Southampton\, SO15 1RA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Wessex Early Cancer CNS Development Programme (Day 1)
DESCRIPTION:This study day forms part of a 12-month structured development programme designed to support newly appointed Cancer CNSs to develop into competent enhanced level practitioners. This is the first of 2 days to be delivered in person as part of this blended programme. \nWhat will be covered? \n\nAn introduction to the Cancer CNS Development Programme\nThe impact and importance of the Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialist role\nPrioritising your workload and managing expectations\nPerson centred assessment and care and support planning\nNavigating professional relationships\nACCEND – A framework for your development\nLooking after yourself\n\nJoin us for this interactive and inspiring day. \nAudience: Newly appointed Cancer CNSs \nDate: Wednesday 21st October 2026 – 09:00-16:30 \nVenue: Southampton\, to be confirmed \nEmail wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk to register your place
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/wessex-early-cancer-cns-development-programme-day-1/
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SUMMARY:Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Pathways
DESCRIPTION:A series of webinars for admin and reception teams in primary care. \nFrom Diagnosis to Treatment: Understanding the Patient Journey \nObjectives: \n\nGain a high-level overview of what happens after a cancer diagnosis\nLearn about common treatment types (surgery\, chemotherapy\, radiotherapy\, immunotherapy)\nUnderstand how treatment impacts patients’ appointments and communication needs\n\nDate: Wednesday 21st October 2026 – 12:30-13:30 \nFormat: Online \nLink to Register \n\n\n\nWebinar Title\nDate\nTime\n\n\nAwareness Starts at the Front Desk\n22nd July 2026\n12pm – 1pm\n\n\nRed Flags & When to Escalate?\n23rd September2026\n12pm – 1pm\n\n\nFrom Diagnosis to Treatment\n21st October 2026\n12.30pm – 1.30pm\n\n\nCommunicating with Compassion\n2nd December 2026\n12pm – 1pm\n\n\nPersonalised Care\n27th January 2027\n12pm – 1pm\n\n\nHealth Inequalities\n10th March 2027\n12pm – 1pm\n\n\nLiving with & Beyond Cancer\n14th April 2027\n12pm-1pm
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/cancer-diagnosis-and-treatment-pathways/
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SUMMARY:Primary Care Webinar Series: Sarcoma
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an educational webinar designed for primary care clinicians\, focusing on the early recognition and management of sarcoma. \nSarcomas are rare but serious cancers that can present with non-specific symptoms\, making timely diagnosis challenging. This session will provide a concise and practical overview to support clinicians in identifying potential cases earlier and navigating referral pathways effectively. \nWhat the session will cover: \n\nWhat sarcoma is – including key differences between bone and soft tissue sarcomas\nRed flags and warning signs in primary care consultations\nCurrent referral pathways\nA brief overview of treatment options and specialist management\nA patient journey\nKey learning points from challenging presentations\nQ&A\n\nAudience: GPs\, Nurse Practitioners\, First Contact Practitioners\, Allied Health Professionals working in primary care \nDate: Wednesday 21st October 2026 – 13:00-14:00 \nFomat: Online via Teams \nLink: Sarcoma in Primary Care: Recognising Red Flags & Improving Early Diagnosis Tickets\, Wednesday\, October 21  •  1 PM – 2 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/primary-care-webinar-series-sarcoma-2/
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