Introduction to cancer related lymphoedema
An on-line course in our Virtual Learning Environment "(VLE) which you can do whenever your schedule allows
Overview of the course
This on-line course gives an overview of lymphoedema secondary to cancer and it’s treatments. It will help you define, identify, and provide basic management to those people at risk of developing / living with lymphoedema secondary to cancer and / or it’s treatment.
Format
On-line course in our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
Our VLE has expert-led clinical training with flexible, self-paced modules. Learn anytime, anywhere through videos, webinars, and quizzes – on your schedule.
Cost
- £49 + VAT (£58.80)
Who should attend?
The course is suitable for any health care professional:
- Medical
- Nursing
- Allied Health Care Professionals (including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Radiographers, Operating Department Practitioners, Mammographers, Dieticians, Speech and Language Therapists)
- Pharmacists
- Support Staff
Learning outcomes
- To understand the difference between acute oedema, transient oedema, chronic oedema and cancer related lymphoedema
- To recognise those individuals at risk and be able to advise accordingly
- To know when and how to refer on
- To provide basic advice and management of cancer related lymphoedema
Download the training course flyer
To book
You can book more than one place on this or any other course for your team by emailing education@acceleratecic.com and we can arrange for you to pay by purchase order or bank transfer.
Further learning
Once completed, you may wish to sign up for another course for your specific cancer site or area(s) of interest.
- Skin cancer; including upper and lower limb and trunk oedema
- Male pelvic cancers; including both leg and genital/trunk oedema
Questions?
For any queries about the training sessions please contact The Academy Team on education@acceleratecic.com