Wessex Cancer Academy

Events

  • Principles of Cancer Care Programme (PCCP) – 4-day course

    Dates: The course will run on these four days and you must be able to attend all four days. 08:45 - 16:30 Thursday 30th April Friday 1st May Tuesday 5th May Wednesday 6th May Format: Online Description: Learn the latest in cancer care at Principles of Cancer Care Programme (PCCP) - a virtual event for...

    Free
  • Ruth Strauss: No Conversation Too Tough

    Novotel, Southampton 1 West Quay Road, Southampton, United Kingdom

    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. Preparing children for parental death can be one of the most challenging experiences parents will face. Children who are...

    Free
  • HIOWH Specialist Palliative Care Service Dying Matters Conference 2026

    King's Conference Centre King's Community Church, Hedge End, United Kingdom

    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’. ‘Dying to be heard…. listening to what matters’, brings together colleagues from across...

    £50
  • Elevating Your Voice Within Your MDT

    Date and Time: Friday 8th May 2026, 12:00-13:30 Format: Online, Zoom Cost: Free Description: 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...

    Free
  • Principles of Cancer Care Programme (PCCP) – 4-day course

    Dates: The course will run on these four days and you must be able to attend all four days. 08:45 - 16:30 Thursday 14th May Friday 15th May Monday 18th May Tuesday 19th May Format: Online Description: Learn the latest in cancer care at Principles of Cancer Care Programme (PCCP) - a virtual event for...

    Free
  • Acute Oncology Telephone Triage Education Day

    Voco Southampton by IHG Herbert Walker Avenue, Southampton

    Date: Thursday 14th May 2026 - 09:00 - 16:00 Cost: Free Venue: Voco Southampton by IHG (previously Holiday Inn), Herbert Walker Avenue, Southampton, SO15 1HJ Description: Join us for a focused, hands-on session designed for call handlers who manage the line infrequently or outside routine hours. Spend the day boosting your confidence, sharpening key triage...

    Free
  • Virtual Cancer Genetics Course 2026 (six half days)

    Dates and Times: Six half-day didactic morning sessions on Zoom (09:00 - 12:00) Monday, 18th May 2026 Tuesday, 19th May 2026 Monday, 15th June 2026 Tuesday, 16th June 2026 Monday, 6th July 2026 Tuesday, 7th July 2026 Cost: £380 (or a £330 group rate) Format: Online webinar, Zoom Description: The field of cancer genomics and...

    £380
  • Telephone Communication Skills Training

    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...

    Free
  • ACCEND Webinar: Domain Focus

    Date and Time: Wednesday 20th May 2026, 12:30-13:00 Format: Online, MS Teams Cost: Free Description: Themed webinars providing information on different elements of ACCEND. Content may change due to participant needs or interests Professional Development with ACCEND 2026 programme Register or log in to the ePortfolio: Cancer Alliance Education ePortfolio Link to Join: Join the meeting

    Free
  • Work and Finances in Young Adult Cancer (3 of 3)

    Date and Time: Tuesday 26th March 2026, 12:00 - 13:00 Cost: Free Format: Online webinar (3 of 3) Description: Shine runs a series of CPD accredited webinars for anyone working with younger adults with cancer. These free webinars provide an overview of the key needs of younger adults in three main areas: mental health, relationships...

    Free
  • Recognising and Responding to Cancer Related Psychological Distress

    Merley House Merley House Lane, Wimborne

    Date: Monday 8th June 2026, 12:30 - 16:30 Cost: Free Venue: Merley House, Merley House Lane, Wimborne, BH21 3AA Description: This targeted training package aims to help staff to recognise and respond appropriately when patients show signs of psychological distress in relation to their cancer investigations or diagnosis. Delivered by psychological professionals participants are guided...

    Free

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