Enhancing a Culture of Learning and Development in Primary Care Cancer Primary Care Cancer Education Prospectus
2 | Primary care cancer education Prospectus Contents Clinical includes :- Suitable for all Healthcare Professionals. Non-Clinical includes :- Suitable for general staff supporting healthcare provision. NB Course curriculum may change according to prior arrangements – confirm it’s right for you before committing. Professional focus for courses will be identified e.g., GPs / Pharmacist.
Primary care cancer education Prospectus | 3 NORTH CENTRAL LONDON PRIMARY CARE CANCER ACADEMY A hub for promoting a culture of learning and development for the workforce across North Central London. We endorse a portfolio of education, learning, and development opportunities, including workplace-based training, accredited modules/courses, e-learning, and both clinical and professional supervision. Primary Care Cancer Education Prospectus Our Primary Care Education Prospectus has been meticulously crafted to provide both clinical and non-clinical NHS primary care professionals with a comprehensive cancer guide. This guide empowers primary care staff with specialised knowledge and resources to effectively manage and support patients dealing with cancer. Acknowledgements We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone involved in the creation of the Cancer Alliance Primary Care Cancer Prospectus. This endeavour was made possible by the collaboration, expertise, and dedication of numerous individuals and groups. We also acknowledge the various organisations and associations that contributed their resources and insights. Foreword - Dr Clare Stephens, GP, Clinical Co-director, North Central London Cancer Alliance This first edition of the NCL Primary Care Cancer Academy Education Prospectus has been developed following our 2022 Primary Care Cancer Strategy. It has been designed to provide guidance and signposting for cancer education, training and development for clinical and non clinical primary care professionals. This prospectus is focused on cancer education and for use by all members of the workforce from across NCL Primary Care Networks, including those who may want to be more informed in supporting patients diagnosed with cancer.
Prevention and Early Diagnosis (incl. Screening) Section 1
Primary care cancer education Prospectus | 5 GatewayC – a free high-quality online cancer education programme developed for healthcare professionals across England, mainly those working in primary care. Supported by Cancer Research UK, Macmillan Cancer Support, and other major cancer charities. Designed by GPs and education specialists in collaboration with leading clinical experts and patients, the courses are both informative and interactive. Discover simulations, filmed case studies, specialist interviews and other activities to help apply learnings to challenging clinical scenarios. Acute Leukaemia Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Brain Tumour Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Breast Cancer Recurrence Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Cervical Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Chronic Leukaemia Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Colorectal Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Head and Neck Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Improving the Quality of Your Referral Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Lung Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Lymphoma Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Myeloma Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Non-Specific Symptoms Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Oesophageal Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Ovarian Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Pancreatic Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Prostate Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Sarcoma Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Skin Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Stomach Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Uterine Cancer Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Faecal Immunochemical Test Free 1 hour 1 Clinical National Screening Programmes: Bowel Screening Free 1 hour 1 Clinical National Screening Programmes: Breast Screening Free 1 hour 1 Clinical National Screening Programmes: Cervical Screening Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Get free access to online learning modules and view the latest webinars. The Cancer Learning Centre, provided in partnership with Cancer Research UK, contains all Doctors.net UK’s educational cancer resources. It brings together interactive accredited e-learning modules, quizzes and case studies based on the latest evidence. Smoking cessation Free 30 minutes 0.5 Clinical Obesity and Cancer Free 30 minutes 0.2 Clinical Cancer awareness training programme Costs vary 3 hours (face to face) - 2-4 hours (online live) Clinical / Non clinical RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL RESOURCES Information Courses Cost Length of Course CPD Audience: Clinical / Non-Clinical
6 | Primary care cancer education Prospectus elearning for healthcare (elfh) is a NHS England programme in partnership with the NHS and professional bodies. The Changing Story of Cancer Free 30 minutes 0.5 Clinical / NonClinical Cancer Nursing Careers Free The eight elearning sessions align to the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Cancer Nursing Career and Education Framework. - Clinical - Nurses Clinical photography on mobile devices Free - - Clinical - Healthcare professionals involved in image capture for Teledermatology Cancer in the Community Free Various Modules 40-50 minutes each Clinical / NonClinical This course gives an overview of the latest evidence on cancer detection for GPs, with a focus on evolving primary care evidence base. The first module will summarise general issues around cancer detection in the UK and primary care, initial presentation and primary care assessment, the use of safety netting and intuition. The second part will focus on specific cancer types, including evidence base for specific tests and how we might improve cancer detection in the future. Cancer Protection in Primary Care Free 90 minutes - Clinical This module is aimed at healthcare professionals who would like to promote behaviour change in their patients to reduce their cancer risk. Behavioural Change and Cancer Prevention Free 30 minutes - Clinical / NonClinical RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL RESOURCES Information Courses Cost Length of Course CPD Audience: Clinical / Non-Clinical
Primary care cancer education Prospectus | 7 This update is for primary care and other professionals caring for women and people with a cervix undergoing cervical screening. Cervical Screening Update Free 1 hour - Clinical / NonClinical Online cancer prevention course is accredited by the Royal Society for Public Health and covers information about lifestyle and cancer prevention. Prevention Free 2 hours 2 Clinical / NonClinical Let’s Communicate Cancer is free and easily accessible e-learning where you can learn about cancer from basics to detail. It is presented as bite-sized videos, animation, quizzes and slide shows. Let’s communicate cancer series Free - RSPH accredited Clinical – Community Pharmacists New online course to help clinicians understand the genomic testing process for solid tumour indications. Understand genomic testing process for solid tumour indications £79/ one-off payment Designed to be taken over two weeks, with around 3-4 hours of learning each week. Certificate of achievement Clinical A free on-line training programme to empower community pharmacists to improve cancer care throughout the patient journey. Pharmacist Role in Prevention Free A digital Training Programme of approximately 6 hours, delivered in 5 to 10 minute bitesized modules to complete at your own pace. Clinical – pharmacist Pharmacist role in screening and screening services Free Clinical – pharmacist Identifying early warning symptoms and referral of suspected patients Free Clinical – pharmacist RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL RESOURCES Information Courses Cost Length of Course CPD Audience: Clinical / Non-Clinical
Referral and Treatment Section 2
Primary care cancer education Prospectus | 9 This training course is suitable for anyone with an interest in talking about cancer and can help with conversations about health with family, friends, colleagues, and the general public. Talk Cancer Prices range between £380 to £1,250 and can be run either online or face-to-face Clinical / NonClinical GatewayC – a free high-quality online cancer education programme developed for healthcare professionals across England, mainly those working in primary care. Supported by Cancer Research UK, Macmillan Cancer Support, and other major cancer charities. Managing Physical Effects Free 1 hour 1 Clinical Supporting Your Patients Free 1 hour 1 Clinical A course for health professionals involved in delivering personalised stratified follow up care. Introduction to supported selfmanagement Free 36 minutes - Clinical This module reviews the use of hormone therapy as a treatment for locally advanced prostate cancer. Prostate cancer essentials: Hormone therapy Free 45 minutes - Clinical Explore brand new resources which provide up-to-date information and accessible guidance for all healthcare professionals. Whether you want an update on the diagnostic pathway or an opportunity to build CPD. Male Urology Learning Week 2023 Free 30 minutes - Clinical This course provides an introduction to the nature of cancer and is primarily aimed at non-clinical staff. It is also suitable for health and social care practitioners and those wishing to increase their understanding of cancer. Nature of cancer £150 2 day online Certificate of Attendance Non-Clinical Staff RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL RESOURCES Information Courses Cost Length of Course CPD Audience: Clinical / Non-Clinical Jack all white gaps must be exactly the same please
10 | Primary care cancer education Prospectus Explore the individual communication support needs of patients (families) who are facing/dealing with serious or life limiting illness/frailty. Compassionate Communication in Healthcare £100 1 day online Certificate of attendance Non-clinical staff This course was created for all health care professionals involved in prescribing chemotherapy or looking after patients on those treatments. Understanding and Prescribing Chemotherapy Free Approximately 8 hours to complete Earn a certificate of completion Clinical This module will develop your knowledge to support individuals facing challenges due to cancer or its treatment. It is aligned to the national acute oncology competency passports and equips learners with Level 1 (core) knowledge. It’s suitable for staff in primary or secondary care who contact, assess or treat people living with cancer. Level 1 Acute Oncology with Competence Passport Free 3-5 hours to complete Non Clinical Explores how culture can shape beliefs and attitudes around cancer, and how to communicate with and support patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Developing Cultural Competence in Cancer Care and Support Free average 1 hour to complete Non Clinical Designed to help you reduce inequalities in cancer care for LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning) communities. Improving care for LGBTQ+ people living with cancer Free average 1 hour to complete Non Clinical RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL RESOURCES Information Courses Cost Length of Course CPD Audience: Clinical / Non-Clinical
Primary care cancer education Prospectus | 11 Supporting Patients Post Treatment Section 3 Supporting patients following cancer treatment (personalised care, cancer as a long-term condition, incl. palliative care needs)
12 | Primary care cancer education Prospectus Introduction to e-learning for end-of-life care. https://www.e-lfh.org. uk/updates-to-endof-life-care-for-all-eelca-elearning/ Free Dependant on course Clinical/Non Clinical A range of topical and cost effective courses, conferences and other learning events for those working in or with hospices. https://www. hospiceuk.org/ innovation-hub This module will provide the opportunity to explore the impact of living with cancer on people affected by cancer (PABC) and to develop strategies to facilitate active participation in their own health care needs. Living with and beyond cancer £1350 12 weeks – 200 hours Online 20 credits at level 6 or 7 Clinical RECOMMENDED EXTERNAL RESOURCES Information Courses Cost Length of Course CPD Audience: Clinical / Non-Clinical
Primary care cancer education Prospectus | 13 1. Macmillan - Education and Training | Healthcare professionals | Macmillan Cancer Support 1. CCR - Personalised care | Healthcare professionals | Macmillan Cancer Support 2. HNA - Holistic Needs Assessment (HNA) | Healthcare professionals | Macmillan Cancer Support 2. Maggie’s - For healthcare professionals | Maggie’s (maggies.org) 3. PCI - personalisedcareinstitute.org.uk 4. Hospice UK - Innovation Hub | Hospice UK 5. HEE - Home - GatewayC (Home - elearning for healthcare (e-lfh.org.uk)) 6. Guy’s - Cancer Care Online Training Education | Guy’s Cancer Academy (guyscanceracademy.co.uk) 7. Clatterbridge - Home :: Clatterbridge Clinical Education (clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk) 8. Royal Marsden - Healthcare professionals | The Royal Marsden 9. Breast Care Now - Breast cancer resources for healthcare professionals | Breast Cancer Now 10. Bowel Cancer UK - Online learning modules | For health professionals | Bowel Cancer UK 11. Prostate Cancer UK - Online learning | Prostate Cancer UK 12. Blood Cancer UK - Healthcare professionals | Blood Cancer UK 13. CRUK - Health professional | Cancer Research UK 14. Sage and Thyme SAGE & THYME model and benefits | SAGE & THYME (sageandthymetraining.org.uk) 15. Cancer Wellbeing London - Cancer Wellbeing London 16. Patient Support - Welcome to the Patient Support Guide – NHS – North Central London – Cancer Alliance (nclcanceralliance.nhs.uk) 17. HCP education for uro-oncology cancers on the following sites: • https://orchid-cancer.org.uk/ • https://actionbladdercanceruk.org/abc-uk-education-programme/ • https://healthpro.kcuk.org.uk/ • https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/course/urology-practice/ 18. NB Medical-https://www.nbmedical.com/courses 19. Red Whale - https://www.gp-update.co.uk/in-house-courses Additional Information and Useful Links
To add a course to the prospectus please contact: Oliver Gregory Programme Lead– North Central London Cancer Alliance Direct line: 07885 211026 Email: ogregory@nhs.net
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