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SUMMARY:Enhanced Communication Skills Training (ECST) for SACT Nurses
DESCRIPTION:This course equips SACT nurses with advanced communication strategies to support patients and families through complex cancer treatment journeys\, while also strengthening leadership and collaboration within the MDT. Aligned with the NHS ACCEND framework\, the programme blends practical models\, group discussions\, and experiential role-play to help participants manage difficult conversations with confidence\, empathy\, and professionalism. The course provides a safe and engaging space for nurses to refine skills that directly enhance patient personalised care delivery. \nLearning Outcomes \n\nDifferentiate between purpose-led and agenda-led conversations to improve shared decision-making and patient-centred care during cancer treatment discussions.\nApply structured conversation approaches to support clarity when educating patients and families about systemic anti-cancer therapies\, side effects\, and safety measures.\nRecognise and manage blocking behaviours in themselves and others to foster open dialogue and effective collaboration within the MDT.\nRespond confidently to emotional cues and strong emotions from patients and carers\, demonstrating compassion while maintaining clinical leadership.\nto MDT discussions\, supporting colleagues and mentoring junior staff in effective communication practices.\n\nDate and Time: Thursday 12th November 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/enhanced-communication-skills-training-ecst-for-sact-nurses-2/
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Implementation of a New Radiotherapy Technique - Study Day
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is designed to support radiotherapy teams preparing to introduce a new treatment technique through the use of simulation-based learning and collaborative service planning. The programme includes sessions on training and competency planning\, workflow development\, implementation considerations\, and evaluation strategies. \nThe day will include interactive discussions\, group case-based simulations\, and a question-and-answer session with colleagues from an established centre. \nThe workshop offers an opportunity to share experiences\, identify implementation challenges\, and develop practical action plans to support the successful introduction of new techniques within participating centres. \nAudience: Designed for multidisciplinary radiotherapy teams. \nDate: Thursday 12th November 2026 \nVenue: Health Sciences University\, Parkwood Campus\, Parkwood Rd\, Bournemouth\, BH5 2DF \nFor more information\, please email amy.shaw@uhs.nhs.uk
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/preparing-for-implementation-of-a-new-radiotherapy-technique-study-day-2/
LOCATION:Health Sciences University\, Parkwood Road\, Bournemouth\, BH5 2DF
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SUMMARY:Supporting Primary Care to Improve Bowel Screening Uptake
DESCRIPTION:This virtual education event will provide primary care teams with an introduction to the bowel cancer screening programme\, the benefits and barriers of screening and initiatives developed by primary care teams to increase uptake of bowel cancer screening. \nYou’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session at the end of the event. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nGain an understanding of the bowel cancer screening programme including its purpose\, screening pathways\, and the evidence supporting the benefits of early diagnosis.\nRecognise key trends in bowel cancer screening uptake and outcomes. Including national data\, health inequalities and barriers that may prevent individuals from participating in screening.\nDevelop knowledge of practical approaches to improve screening uptake; through shared insight into successful improvement initiatives.\n\nAudience: GPs\, GP Cancer Clinical Leads\, Primary Care Cancer Champions\, Primary care nurses and GP practice staff \nDate and Time: Thursday 12th November 2026\, 19:00-20:00 \nFormat: Online\, Zoom \nCost: Free \nLink to Register
URL:https://wessexcanceralliance.nhs.uk/academy-event/supporting-primary-care-to-improve-bowel-screening-uptake/
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