Introduction of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Administration in Children and Young People (CYP) (GOSH/LSBU Partnership) (Level 7)

Program Overview

Students learn the theory and skills necessary for competent SACT administration and holistic patient care. The program utilizes a blended learning approach, combining classroom and online activities. Successful completion of the program enhances career progression, meets professional development requirements, and improves healthcare delivery for SACT patients.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This module introduces the student to systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) in children and young people (CYP) and the skills required to become competent in administration of SACT. This module provides students with the opportunity to critically analyse the holistic care of a CYP receiving SACT. This will lead to highly competent practitioner providing safe and effective administration and evidence-based practice. A blended learning approach is applied (including both classroom and online activities via Moodle). Critical thinking and evaluating practice experiences will be encouraged throughout the module. Students will have the opportunity to complete the SACT passport for CYP in the UK.

Objectives:

• The student will become a highly effective and competent practitioner at SACT administration deepening their understanding of theory behind this complex practice and holistic care of the CYP.

Assessment:

• Formative assessment: Group presentation
• Summative assessment:
• Practice based Assessment – Passport of Practice
• Theoretical Assessment – Written Assignment

Teaching:

• A blended learning approach is applied (including both classroom and online activities via Moodle).

Careers:

• This module offers Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for nurses working in areas SACT is provided and gives the skills they require to administer SACT competently.
• It is likely to enable career progression through demonstration of commitment to developing clinical skills and enhancing care delivery to patients receiving SACT.

Other:

• Available as a standalone module: Yes
• Typical intake(s): Semester 1, Semester 2
• Venue: GOSH
This is because the module combines theory and practice of a nursing skill, it requires a working role that allows the learner to fulfil the module aims and outcomes.
• Pre-Requisites: Your suitability will be assessed before acceptance onto the module.
120 credits at level 5 or equivalent and 120 at level 6. In exceptional circumstances 60 credits at level 6 or equivalent.