Events

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the virtual practical session. Details to the Academy’s e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this virtual practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly. Due to the one-to-one nature of the practical course capacity is limited to two participants per course.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the practical session. Details to the Academy’s e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly. Due to the one-to-one nature of the practical course capacity is limited to two participants per course.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

The dates for the programme are:

• Day 1 – Wednesday 9th February 2022
• Day 2 – Friday 11th March 2022
• Day3 – Thursday 14th April 2022

Day 1 – 9th February – Learning to manage and lead

The programme will begin by focussing on concepts of management and leadership and discussing the differences between the two. We will explore managing yourself and your time, including using different techniques to prioritise tasks. We’ll finally focus on managing the service, performance and quality of your team and applying the different management and leadership styles with individuals.

Day 2 – 11th March – Understanding self and others

The second day will develop your self-awareness as a manager, understanding individual personality traits and how you prefer to communicate with others. By thinking about your teams and how they function, you will look at defining team roles, developing skills in influencing and motivating others and will look at coaching as an activity to develop, challenge, support and empower your team members.

Day 3 – 14th April – Effective communication with colleagues and raising challenging issues

The final day will focus on the interpersonal and communication skills required for effective management and leadership. We will discuss challenges that exist in the workplace with peers, direct reports and senior managers. You will be introduced to a 3-step strategy for raising challenging issues with colleagues and will get the opportunity to practice using this strategy in several activities.

Intended Audience

This programme is for people who are responsible for directly managing or supervising staff, whether individuals or whole teams.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the virtual practical session. Details to the Academy’s e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this virtual practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly. Due to the one-to-one nature of the practical course capacity is limited to two participants per course.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

About this Event

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the practical session. Details to the Academies e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Course information

Facilitated by the Christie PET-CT Academy team, this interactive workshop will ensure you have the understanding to confidently solve problems in a PET-CT service.

It will include a review of the topics covered in the e-learning (see prerequisites for details) before you will work in teams to find solutions to a variety of scenarios covering both clinical issues and radiation protection problems.

Intended Audience

Qualified radiographers and nuclear medicine technologists who are new to working in PET-CT. The course is not suitable for anybody with over 2 years experience in PET-CT.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, you are required to undertake the Essentials of PET-CT e-learning module (access will be given upon confirmation of sign-up).

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

This session will be delivered online using a web-based meeting platform.

Event Information

This 8-week virtual course is aimed at Unit Managers who wish to learn the practical skills needed to undertake coaching and will consist of:

• 5 weekly virtual training sessions (14 hours total)
• 3 weekly independent practice sessions (3 hours total)
• Pre-work (independent study): Week of Monday 25th April (1 hour)

The virtual training sessions will take place on:

• Thursday 5th May 9.15 am – 12:15 pm
• Thursday 12th May 9:15 am – 12:15 pm
• Thursday 19th May 9:15 am-12:15 pm
• Thursday 9th June 9:15 am-12:15 pm
• Thursday 16th June 9:15 am-12:15 pm

Course Info

Managers who coach (rather than performance manage) become more perceptive and sharpen their social management skills. Research shows that coaching leads to better engagement, higher productivity, better customer service, helps an employee improve performance, overcome challenges, reach aspirational goals and build self-confidence. This course will teach managers the practical skills needed to deliver coaching.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where they can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the virtual practical session. Details to the Academy’s e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this virtual practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly. Due to the one-to-one nature of the practical course capacity is limited to two participants per course.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

The onset of the COVID19 pandemic has brought to the fore the challenges of working over the telephone, or with new online technologies with our patients. This workshop has been developed to support all staff in this new way of working and to refresh knowledge and key skills for effective communication over the telephone/online media with patients. The workshop will look to develop confidence around existing skills and may offer new skills to add to your toolkit.

Key Topics

• Planning and preparing for telephone communication
• Challenges of listening and responding without visual cues
• Building a positive relationship and outcomes on the telephone
• Key skills and principles for effective, patient-centred conversations over the telephone or online

Content

• Discuss the relationship between communication, patient experience and clinical safety
• Reflect on the specific challenges faced by health care professionals in offering a patient-centred approach and ensuring safety via the telephone
• Describe key considerations in planning and preparing for telephone communication
• Refresh key skills and principles for effective, patient-centred conversations
• Explore how existing communication skills can be adapted and developed to maximise both the efficiency of the conversation and the patient experience

Learning Methods

The workshop will be facilitated online to enable full participation through discussion & interactive exercises.

The presentation will support key messages and different learning styles.

Suitable for

Staff managing conversations with patients on the telephone and other channels.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the virtual practical session. Details to the Academy’s e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this virtual practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly. Due to the one-to-one nature of the practical course capacity is limited to two participants per course.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the practical session. Details to the Academies e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the virtual practical session. Details to the Academy’s e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this virtual practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly. Due to the one-to-one nature of the practical course capacity is limited to two participants per course.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the practical session. Details to the Academies e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

This session will be delivered online using Zoom. The dates for the programme are:

• Day 1 – Tuesday 6th September 2022, 09:30 to 16:30
• Day 2 – Wednesday 19th October 2022, 09:30 to 16:30
• Day 3 – Wednesday 15th November 2022, 12:45 to 16:00

Day 1 – Learning to manage and lead

The programme will begin by focussing on concepts of management and leadership and discussing the differences between the two. We will explore managing yourself and your time, including using different techniques to prioritise tasks. We’ll finally focus on managing the service, performance and quality of your team and applying the different management and leadership styles with individuals.

Day 2 – Understanding self and others

The second day will develop your self-awareness as a manager, understanding individual personality traits and how you prefer to communicate with others. By thinking about your teams and how they function, you will look at defining team roles, developing skills in influencing and motivating others and will look at coaching as an activity to develop, challenge, support and empower your team members.

Day 3 – Effective communication with colleagues and raising challenging issues

The final day will focus on the interpersonal and communication skills required for effective management and leadership. We will discuss challenges that exist in the workplace with peers, direct reports and senior managers. You will be introduced to a 3-step strategy for raising challenging issues with colleagues and will get the opportunity to practice using this strategy in several activities.

Intended Audience

This programme is for people who are responsible for directly managing or supervising staff, whether individuals or whole teams.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where they can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

The onset of the COVID19 pandemic has brought to the fore the challenges of working over the telephone, or with new online technologies with our patients. This workshop has been developed to support all staff in this new way of working and to refresh knowledge and key skills for effective communication over the telephone/online media with patients. The workshop will look to develop confidence around existing skills and may offer new skills to add to your toolkit.

Key Topics

• Planning and preparing for telephone communication
• Challenges of listening and responding without visual cues
• Building a positive relationship and outcomes on the telephone
• Key skills and principles for effective, patient-centred conversations over the telephone or online

Content

• Discuss the relationship between communication, patient experience and clinical safety
• Reflect on the specific challenges faced by health care professionals in offering a patient-centred approach and ensuring safety via the telephone
• Describe key considerations in planning and preparing for telephone communication
• Refresh key skills and principles for effective, patient-centred conversations
• Explore how existing communication skills can be adapted and developed to maximise both the efficiency of the conversation and the patient experience

Learning Methods

The workshop will be facilitated online to enable full participation through discussion & interactive exercises.

The presentation will support key messages and different learning styles.

Suitable for

Staff managing conversations with patients on the telephone and other channels.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

This session will be delivered online using a web-based meeting platform.

Event Information

This 8-week virtual course is aimed at Unit Managers who wish to learn the practical skills needed to undertake coaching and will consist of:

• 5 weekly virtual training sessions (14 hours total)
• 3 weekly independent practice sessions (3 hours total)
• Pre-work (independent study): Week of Monday 26th September (1 hour)

The virtual training sessions will take place on:

• Tuesday 4th October 9.15 am – 12:15 pm
• Tuesday 11th October 9:15 am – 12:15 pm
• Tuesday 18th October 9:15 am-12:15 pm
• Tuesday 8th November 9:15 am-12:15 pm
• Tuesday 15th November 9:15 am-12:15 pm

Course Info

Managers who coach (rather than performance manage) become more perceptive and sharpen their social management skills. Research shows that coaching leads to better engagement, higher productivity, better customer service, helps an employee improve performance, overcome challenges, reach aspirational goals and build self-confidence. This course will teach managers the practical skills needed to deliver coaching.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where they can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Course information

Facilitated by the Christie PET-CT Academy team, this interactive workshop will ensure you have the understanding to confidently solve problems in a PET-CT service.

It will include a review of the topics covered in the e-learning (see prerequisites for details) before you will work in teams to find solutions to a variety of scenarios covering both clinical issues and radiation protection problems.

Intended Audience

Qualified radiographers and nuclear medicine technologists who are new to working in PET-CT. The course is not suitable for anybody with over 2 years experience in PET-CT.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, you are required to undertake the Essentials of PET-CT e-learning module (access will be given upon confirmation of sign-up).

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the virtual practical session. Details to the Academy’s e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this virtual practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly. Due to the one-to-one nature of the practical course capacity is limited to two participants per course.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

You must complete the E-Learning module prior to attending the practical session. Details to the Academies e-Learning platform will be provided upon confirmation of your place on the course.

Introduction

This is the practical component to the IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals. Before attending this practical simulation session, you must have successfully completed the theory and knowledge module on our e-learning platform.

Learning outcomes

• The ability to prepare a trolley/tray for cannulation.
• Vein assessment, and describe and explain the rationale for choosing a specific cannulation site on a patient. Demonstrate an ANTT cannulation technique.
• A patency assessment, and explain Visual Infusion Phlebitis (VIP) scoring.
• Appropriate removal and safe disposal of cannula and giving of post-scanning advice and care to a patient.
• The ability to calculate a dose, draw up and inject a Radiopharmaceutical.
• Safe disposal of radioactive sharps and waste.
• Contamination monitoring and the decontamination of a spill.
• QA,  use of equipment and record-keeping.

Intended Audience

Clinical Assistants, Radiographers and Technologists working in PET-CT service.

Course Availability

The IV Cannulation and Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals courses are repeated monthly.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please see our booking Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Aim

To recognise the attitudes and behaviours that enable patients to feel heard and that they & their relatives/carers have been treated with compassion, dignity and respect.

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss patient experiences
• Why communication matters
• Recognise barriers to communication
• Identify key communication skills for:

– Listening & responding to patients concerns, needs & preferences

– Handling patients’ emotions sensitively & responding to difficult emotions

• Tailoring information based on individual needs

Intended Audience

PET-CT Staff who communicate directly with patients

Method of delivery

This training course will be delivered using an online meeting platform. You will need a reliable internet connection, screen and webcam.

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where they can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Please read our booking Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Event Information

The course will consist of training provided by Macmillan Nurse Consultant Lorraine Burgess. Due to restrictions on face-to-face contact, this training will not include the Virtual Dementia tour provided by X-Experience which would normally follow the morning session. Once restrictions are lifted, we can schedule this tour so that you can attend in person.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand and recognise how a diagnosis of dementia and delirium assessment, treatment and care impacts on those with the condition, their families and those caring for them.
• Identify the early symptoms of dementia and delirium thus improving their knowledge and skills on how to care for patients with the conditions
• Highlight the ethical implications of dementia and cancer on treatment and care in an oncology setting
• Discuss how person-centred care and using knowledge of the person will improve their well-being
• Highlight how factors such as the environment and communication may impact on a persons behaviour
• Identify the impact of caring on families and the importance of supporting and involving them in discussions around the treatment and care
• Discuss the importance of Advance Care plans and the lasting power of attorneys in planning future care and treatment

Course Requirements

A desktop computer or laptop with the following:

• Web camera
• Speakers
• Microphone

Alternatively, participants can use a tablet. Mobile phones are not permitted as they do not provide the same functionality enabling participants to interact with the course effectively.

Please download the Zoom app rather than joining the call via a web browser as the app provides more functionality and a far more stable connection. You may need to speak to your IT department to assist and allow for the app to be installed.

Furthermore, participants will benefit from attending the course from a private space where you can interact with the facilitators and other candidates.

Course Sales

This course is free to any organisation in England that is part of the NC1 contract.

For any person or organisation outside of the NC1 contract interested in accessing any of our courses from the UK or Internationally, please contact the Academy to enquire about availability and course cost.

Contact Us

If you have any questions please call 0161 918 2445 or email petctacademy@christie.nhs.uk

Further Information

Please read our booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.