- To provide opportunity for learners to develop learning in approaches to their practice, through critical appreciation of the multi-dimensional impact of cancer and cancer treatments, and the influences that drive contemporary cancer considerations and practice.
- Develop critical appraisal skills that translate theory to practice associated with the management of cancer relevant to their own practice/care setting.
- Effective engagement with supported and self-directed study will further develop life- long learning skills relevant to learners’ professional development.
- Demonstrating achievement of the module’s specific learning outcomes – through the form of 2 written pieces of academic work: a case based critical appraisal of patient management and a personal critical reflection.
Those working in Nursing, Allied Professional or other Health and Social Care environments who provide, or support care for, those who are facing, or living with, a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Those with appropriate background qualifications to study at Degree Level 6.
NB: Academic Exit points: This module can be taken as a stand-alone CPD, or as a ‘step-up’ approach to continuing with further modules at Masters Level as part of a MSc Level Diploma or Full MSc exit award).
Date/Time:
27 September 2023 – 15 January 2024
Duration:
Teaching sessions and student tutorials will be via online virtual classroom with a mix of directed study included.
Taught Dates: Wednesdays (x6)
- Wednesday 7th September
- Wednesday 4th October
- Wednesday 11th October
- Wednesday 18th October
- Wednesday 25th October
- Wednesday 1st November
Assessment Submission Date:
- Assessment 1: Monday 8th January 2024
- Assessment 2:Â Monday 15th January 2024
