Cancer Pathophysiology and Therapeutics (SNM638)

 For full details about this Continuing Professional Development Unit please see below:

Who is it for? This unit is for all health care professionals involved in caring for those with a cancer diagnosis.	Overview of content: Carcinogenesis Epidemiology Genetics Investigations Cancer treatments; radiotherapy, chemotherapy, biological therapies Surgery Symptom management Oncology emergencies Nutritional issues Psychosocial issues; impact of a cancer diagnosis, sexuality, information giving, decision making, communication issues
What is it about? This unit will enable the participant to critically examine the impact of cancer pathology and treatment on the individual and explore the individual experience of cancer from diagnosis through to survivorship or end of life.
How does it enhance practice? The unit will enhance the knowledge, skills and behaviour underpinning supportive care to the individual with cancer.

Mode of Assessment:

6,000 word academic assignment. The focus of the assignment should reflect the learning outcomes of the module and relate to students own area of clinical practice.

Links to Professional/Academic Award:

PG Certificate in Cancer Care

MMedSci in Advancing Practice

Credit:

30 credits at level 7

Delivery Site

University of Sheffield - Central Campus

If successful in your application for the course you will receive a confirmation email with the exact details of the location of teaching, closer to the start date.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery is based at Barber House, Glossop Road, Sheffield; opposite the Royal Hallamshire Hospital however teaching may take place across the University site. Please see a map below of the Central Campus. If you have any enquiries about the location of the teaching please contact the General Enquiry Line on 0114 222 2030.

Central-Campus-Map

Programme Leader/Contact Name:

Derek Darling

Tel: 0114 222 2041 Email: d.darling@sheffield.ac.uk