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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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SUMMARY:Acute Oncology Study Days (2 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Date 1: Wednesday 4th March 2026 \nDate 2: Wednesday 1st July 2026 \nHybrid Format: Royal Marsden or Online \nCost: £150 for one day; £280 for both (plus discount for joining remotely) \nDescription: The study days aim to help develop attendee’s knowledge for acute oncology and care of patients presenting with common oncological concerns. \nOur Part 1 and Part 2 AOS study days will have a strong clinical emphasis\, aimed at providing delegates with practical guidance that can be used in daily practice. \nAs such\, the two days will be of value to healthcare professionals involved in the delivery of cancer care including; doctors\, nurses\, pharmacists and physician associates working in oncology\, acute medicine\, emergency medicine\, medical specialties and general practice. \nLink: Acute Oncology Study Days | The Royal Marsden
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/acute-oncology-study-days-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Royal Marsden Education and Conference Centre\, London\, SW3 6JJ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Nurse Training
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 9th July 2026 \nVenue: Bournemouth Carlton Hotel\, Signature Collection by Best Western\, E Overcliff Drive\, Bournemouth BH1 3DN \nFormat: Face to face or Virtual study Day (up to 8 hours taught) and up to 50 hours personal study to complete the passport. Clinically supervised time for SACT administration and assessment in practice \nDescription: Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) treatments can be complex and put patients at risk of significant and potentially fatal toxicities. There are also risks to those who handle SACT from occupational exposure if control measures are inadequate (HSE 2017). It is essential that staff are trained and assessed as competent to safely administer SACT (HSE 2017). Supporting patients and their carers during SACT is as important as safe drug delivery. \nCore knowledge components to be covered on the training: \n\nWhat is cancer?\nHow SACT drugs work\nRoutes of administration\nPatient assessment\nToxicities of SACT\nSafe handling & administration\nLegal & professional issues\nProphylactic/supportive/rescue interventions\nThe psychosocial impact of SACT treatment\nPatient education and self-care advice\nAdvancing SACT Practice – next steps?\n\nLink: WCA SACT Nurse Training Registration Form – 9th July 2026
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/systemic-anti-cancer-therapy-sact-nurse-training-6/
LOCATION:Carlton Hotel\, Bournemouth\, East Overcliff Drive\, Bournemouth\, BH1 3DN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Advanced Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Date and Time: Thursday 9th July 2026\, 8:30-17:30 \nSession 2: Date and Time: Friday 10th July 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-5/
LOCATION:Novotel\, Southampton\, 1 West Quay Road\, Southampton\, SO15 1RA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Ruth Strauss: No Conversation Too Tough Introduction (Supportive Workforce)
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Friday 10th July 2026\, 14:00-16:00 \nFormat: Online \nCost: Free \nDescription: The Ruth Strauss training programme\, No Conversation Too Tough\, has been designed to equip staff with the skills\, knowledge and confidence to support parents with an incurable cancer diagnosis to have challenging conversations with their children about death and dying. \nThis new two hour introductory webinar has been designed specifically for support staff\, trainees\, students and volunteers working in hospitals\, cancer information/support centres\, and hospices. \nFurther information: No Conversation Too Tough – Training for Healthcare Professionals – Ruth Strauss Foundation \nLink to Register: Registration for Ruth Strauss Webinar (Supportive and Assistive Workforces)
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/ruth-strauss-no-conversation-too-tough-introduction-supportive-workforce-2/
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SUMMARY:Psychological Five a Day - Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Session 1: Date and Time: Monday 22nd June 2026\, 10am-12pm \nSession 2: Date and Time: Monday 13th July 2026\, 10am-12pm \nFormat: Online \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\, Jun 22\, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/psychological-five-a-day-day-2-of-2-3/
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SUMMARY:ACCEND Webinar: Mapping Capabilities
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday 15th July 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 \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-mapping-capabilities/
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SUMMARY:Ruth Strauss: No Conversation Too Tough
DESCRIPTION:Description: The Ruth Strauss Foundation offers a FREE training programme which consists of pre-course e-learning and a one-day interactive workshop. The programme is designed for professionals providing care for patients with children\, whose cancer is incurable. \nPreparing children for parental death can be one of the most challenging experiences parents will face. Children who are given information and support when they need it\, say they feel more included and better prepared for the death of their parent. Parents report a need for support from their healthcare professional on how to have open and honest conversations with their children. \nDate and Time: Thursday 16th July 2026\, 09:00-16:30 \nVenue: Merley House\, Merley House Lane\, Wimborne\, Dorset\, BH21 3AA \nCost: Free \nEmail to Register: wessexcanceralliance@wca.uhs.nhs.uk
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/ruth-strauss-no-conversation-too-tough-2/
LOCATION:Merley House\, Merley House Lane\, Wimborne\, BH21 3AA
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