You will explore theories and practices pertaining to behavioural change counseling, covering: Theoretical models including Stages of Change, health belief model, empowerment, motivational interviewing, and the '5 As' approach. Common psychological disorders among people with chronic illness, including diabetes. How to incorporate appropriate behavioral approaches to patient education practice.
Emphasis of this course will be on exploring the interprofessional care of families experiencing cancer along the illness trajectory from diagnosis through to bereavement or long term survivorship. Using case based learning in small interprofessional groups; participants will explore a variety of key learning themes relevant to the interprofessional care of families.
Identifies the supportive care needs of patients and their adjustment process from diagnosis to end of life care; Applies the principles of navigation to enhance patient experiences throughout the journey.
This online course will not only introduce the MASCC Oral Agent Teaching Tool but will also cover safe handling precautions when administering and caring for patients receiving oral chemotherapy and biotherapy agents, and three common oral chemotherapy and biotherapy agents seen in practice.
Building on Sexual Health in Cancer Part 1, this course is designed for health professionals who have a counselling practice and wish to develop further knowledge and skill in sex counselling
