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SUMMARY:HIOWH Specialist Palliative Care Service Dying Matters Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Description: Join the Hampshire and IOW Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust’s Specialist Palliative Care Service in celebrating Dying Matters Week 2026. This year the Hampshire and IOW Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust’s Specialist Palliative Care Service is hosting their first in-person ‘Dying Matters Conference’. \n‘Dying to be heard…. listening to what matters’\, brings together colleagues from across HIOWH alongside primary and secondary care clinicians based in HIOW\, to share experiences in practice which demonstrate how the ‘What Matters?’ ethos can support personalised delivery of meaningful palliative and end of life care\, within the context of a public health based compassionate palliative community​. \nDate: Thursday 7th May 2026\, 08:30 – 16:00 \nCost: Places are FREE for HIOW Healthcare Trust employed clinicians. £50 for primary and secondary care services\, and palliative partner services within HIOW. \nVenue: Kings Conference Centre\, Kings Community Church\, Upper Northam Road\, Hedge End\, SO30 4BZ \nLink: HIOWH Specialist Palliative Care Service Dying Matters Conference 2026 Tickets\, Thursday\, May 7 from 8:30 am to 4 pm | Eventbrite
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/hiowh-specialist-palliative-care-service-dying-matters-conference-2026/
LOCATION:King’s Conference Centre\, King's Community Church\, Hedge End\, SO30 4BZ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Elevating Your Voice Within Your MDT
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Friday 8th May 2026\, 12:00-13:30 \nFormat: Online\, Zoom \nCost: Free \nDescription: An interactive webinar designed to help Healthcare Professionals build confidence and clarity in team communication. Using practical models such as the Drama Triangle\, the Empowerment Dynamic\, and the Thinking Environment\, participants learn how to shift unhelpful dynamics\, structure conversations effectively\, and balance purpose with agenda. Through reflection and a demonstration role-play the course empowers staff to contribute more confidently to MDT discussions and enhance patient-centred care. \nLink to Register: Registration for Elevating Your Voice in Your MDT Webinar
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/elevating-your-voice-within-your-mdt-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260511T100000
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SUMMARY:Psychological Five a Day - Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Date and Time: Monday 27th April 2026\, 10am-12pm \nSession 2: Date and Time: Monday 11th May 2026\, 10am-12pm \nVenue: Buttercup Room\, Wellbeing Hub\, University Hospital Southampton \nCost: Free \nDescription: Gain practical skills to help manage your stress levels and maintain a good work life balance. \nDr Kate Jenkins delivers her Psychological Five-a-Day Training for our cancer workforce. This course focusses on personal resilience and is aimed at the supportive workforce (Cancer Support Workers\, Cancer Care Coordinators\, Cancer Pathway Navigators and MDT Coordinators)\, although other cancer professionals are welcome to register. \nThe training runs for two hours over two sessions and participants must be able to attend both sessions. \nA total of 95% of previous participants have agreed or strongly agreed that the course would have a positive impact on their wellbeing and have made reference to recognising stress and implementing coping mechanisms as a result of attending. \nAudience: This course is aimed at ALL STAFF working in cancer care. \nLink to Register: The Psychological 5 a day Tickets\, Mon\, Apr 27\, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/psychological-five-a-day-day-2-of-2-2/
LOCATION:Wellbeing Hub\, UHS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260412T070623
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SUMMARY:Enhanced Communication Skills Training (ECST) for the Supportive and Assistive Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday 13th May 2026\, 09:00-16:00 \nVenue: Bournemouth\, TBC \nCost: Free \nDescription: This course equips the Supportive and Assistive Workforce with practical tools to deliver truly personalised care\, in line with the NHS ACCEND framework. Through interactive learning\, participants develop skills to recognise and reduce blocking behaviours\, apply structured approaches to communication\, and learn how to explain professional boundaries and referrals clearly and compassionately. Using group discussions\, experiential learning\, and bespoke role-play scenarios\, the course provides a safe space to practise and build confidence\, ensuring staff can support patients and families with empathy\, clarity\, and professionalism. \nLink to Application Form \nEmail to: wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/enhanced-communication-skills-training-ecst-for-the-supportive-and-assistive-workforce-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
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SUMMARY:Principles of Cancer Care Programme (PCCP) - 4-day course
DESCRIPTION:Dates: The course will run on these four days and you must be able to attend all four days. 08:45 – 16:30 \n\nThursday 14th May\nFriday 15th May\nMonday 18th May\nTuesday 19th May\n\nFormat: Online \nDescription: Learn the latest in cancer care at Principles of Cancer Care Programme (PCCP) – a virtual event for the Supportive & Assistive Workforce. \nPCCP is a 4-day online course\, suitable for all unregistered healthcare staff working in a Supportive or Assistive role who are working with people that are affected by cancer or may have a potential cancer diagnosis. \nThe programme has been designed in collaboration with Cancer Support Workers\, Cancer Navigators and Cancer Coordinators. The course is fully funded by\, and aligned to\, the ACCEND framework. Participants can learn and share with colleagues from across the country\, whilst putting new skills into practice in a relaxed and safe environment. \nRegister here: Event details :: Cheshire & Merseyside Cancer Academy (please click the link to The Cancer Academy to book – candidates may need to register first if they are not already registered)
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/principles-of-cancer-care-programme-pccp-4-day-course-4/
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SUMMARY:Acute Oncology Telephone Triage Education Day
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 14th May 2026 – 09:00 – 16:00 \nCost: Free \nVenue: Voco Southampton by IHG (previously Holiday Inn)\, Herbert Walker Avenue\, Southampton\, SO15 1HJ \nDescription: Join us for a focused\, hands-on session designed for call handlers who manage the line infrequently or outside routine hours. \nSpend the day boosting your confidence\, sharpening key triage skills\, and meeting others who do the same vital work from across the region. Topics include: \n\nUKONS triage tool V3\nDocumentation\nRed flag symptoms\nNetcall\nSACT\nScenario workshop\n\nLink: Acute Oncology Telephone Triage Education Day Tickets\, Thu\, 14 May 2026 at 09:00 | Eventbrite
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/acute-oncology-telephone-triage-education-day/
LOCATION:Voco Southampton by IHG\, Herbert Walker Avenue\, Southampton\, SO15 1HJ
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
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SUMMARY:Virtual Cancer Genetics Course 2026 (six half days)
DESCRIPTION:Dates and Times: Six half-day didactic morning sessions on Zoom (09:00 – 12:00) \n\nMonday\, 18th May 2026\nTuesday\, 19th May 2026\nMonday\, 15th June 2026\nTuesday\, 16th June 2026\nMonday\, 6th July 2026\nTuesday\, 7th July 2026\n\nCost: £380 (or a £330 group rate) \nFormat: Online webinar\, Zoom \nDescription: The field of cancer genomics and recent technological advances are shaping how we diagnose and treat cancer. This virtual course will teach the core concepts of risk stratification using family history as a tool to enable patients to access appropriate management strategies. \nParticipants will be equipped with the basics of cancer genetic counselling and sessions will include approaches to genetic testing\, management of hereditary cancers and consent taking. \nAudience: The course is designed for all healthcare professionals working in primary care and specialist settings including oncology\, breast care\, gynae-oncology\, gastroenterology and screening services. \nLink to Register: Virtual Cancer Genetics Course 2026 – Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Education and Events
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/virtual-cancer-genetics-course-2026-six-half-days/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520
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SUMMARY:Telephone Communication Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:This course equips Healthcare Professionals with the skills and confidence to deliver effective\, compassionate\, and structured telephone consultations. Participants explore the challenges of remote communication and learn practical tools such as the Thinking Environment\, conversation structures\, and facilitating behaviours. Through role-play\, reflection\, and interactive exercises\, the course builds confidence in managing strong emotions\, creating purposeful conversations\, and ensuring patients and relatives feel heard\, respected\, and supported. \nLearning Outcomes \n\nIdentify the unique challenges of telephone consultations and apply strategies to overcome barriers such as lack of body language and rapport.\nUse a structured approach to conversations\, balancing the patient’s agenda with professional purpose.\nApply the Ten Components of the Thinking Environmentto enhance listening\, empathy\, and equality in communication.\nDemonstrate facilitating skills (e.g.\, open questions\, active listening\, summarising) while avoiding blocking behaviours.\nRespond effectively to emotional cues and strong emotions\, fostering trust and compassion in patient and relative interactions.\n\nDate and Time: Wednesday 20th May 2026\, 09:00-16:00 \nFormat: Online\, Zoom \nCost: Free \nEmail wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk to register your interest
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/telephone-communication-skills-training/
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SUMMARY:ACCEND Webinar: Domain Focus
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday 20th May 2026\, 12:30-13:00 \nFormat: Online\, MS Teams \nCost: Free \nDescription: Themed webinars providing information on different elements of ACCEND. Content may change due to participant needs or interests \nProfessional Development with ACCEND 2026 programme \nRegister or log in to the ePortfolio: Cancer Alliance Education ePortfolio \nLink to Join: Join the meeting
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/accend-webinar-domain-focus/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260526T120000
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SUMMARY:Work and Finances in Young Adult Cancer (3 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Tuesday 26th March 2026\, 12:00 – 13:00 \nCost: Free \nFormat: Online webinar (3 of 3) \nDescription: Shine runs a series of CPD accredited webinars for anyone working with younger adults with cancer. \nThese free webinars provide an overview of the key needs of younger adults in three main areas: mental health\, relationships and intimacy\, and work and finances. They will also give an overview of how we work at Shine and information about useful services\, support\, and signposting. \n\n28th January: Mental health and young adult cancer\n26th March: Relationships and intimacy in young adult cancer\n26th May: Work and finances in young adult cancer\n\nThe series is CPD accredited as a whole\, and once you have completed all three webinars you can apply for three hours of accredited training to be certified. We do not offer CPD certification for each webinar individually. \nFurther Information: Healthcare Professionals | Shine Cancer Support \nLink to Register: Work and finances HCP Webinar May 26th
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/work-and-finances-in-young-adult-cancer-3-of-3/
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