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Certificate for Module (Oncology for Healthcare Professionals)
證書（單元：醫護專業人員腫瘤學）

Course Code
HS232A
Application Code
2260-HS232A
Credit
24
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
13 Dec 2024 (Fri)
Next intake(s)
To be confirmed
Duration
8 months
Language
English
Course Fee
HK$19920
Deadline on 01 Dec 2024 (Sun)
Enquiries
3762 0833
3104 9137
timothy.yeung@hkuspace.hku.hk
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Highlights

This programme aims to empower healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care to cancer patients effectively. It takes into account both clinical and holistic aspects, providing specialised knowledge on cancer diagnosis, treatment, compassionate patient care and evidence-based practices with a multidisciplinary approach for patients and their families.
 

Programme Details

Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of the programme, students should be able to:

  1. Critically review the clinical challenges presented by various cancer types;
  2. Apply the principles of cancer management to analyse their impact on patient care delivery;
  3. Analyse the methods and techniques used in recent advances in cancer treatment;
  4. Construct a patient-centred care plan with a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach;
  5. Integrate evidence-based practices to manage the complex health needs of cancer patients and their families; and

  6. Critically evaluate cancer care outcomes and adjust care management accordingly

 

Syllabus

There are 2 major components: Theoretical and Clinical components.

Theoretical Component

  • Introduction to Oncology
  • Laboratory Tests and Screening for Cancers
  • Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Treatment Strategies and Recent Advances for a Range of Cancers
    • Brain and central nervous system cancers
    • Head and neck cancers
    • Oesophageal, stomach and bowel cancers
    • Liver and pancreatic cancers
    • Skin cancer
    • Breast cancer
    • Lung cancer
    • Kidney and bladder cancers
    • Bone and soft tissue cancers
    • Endocrine cancer
    • Gynaecological cancer
    • Prostate and testicular cancers
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapy, and Immunotherapy
  • Symptom Control and Care Management for Cancer Treatments
  • Psychotherapy in Cancer Care
  • Nutrition for Cancer Management and Rehabilitation
  • Physiotherapy in Cancer Rehabilitation
  • Occupational Therapy in Cancer Rehabilitation
  • Speech Therapy in Cancer Care and Rehabilitation
  • Social Work in Cancer Care and Rehabilitation
  • Chinese Medicine in Cancer Care
  • Strategies of Interdisciplinary Collaboration in an Oncology Setting

 

Clinical Component

  • Registered nurses must complete 40 hours of clinical practicum, while other healthcare professionals are required to complete 8 hours of clinical attachment.

 

Mode of Delivery

The programme will be delivered through face-to-face seminars, interactive class discussions and clinical practicum/attachment.
 

Assessment

Assessment for this programme is based on examination, coursework assignment and clinical practicum/attachment.

 

Attendance Requirement

A minimum of 70% overall attendance and a full attendance of the clinical component are required.

 

Awards

Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded a "Certificate for Module (Oncology for Healthcare Professionals)" within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.

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Days / Time
  • Friday, 6:45pm – 9:45pm / 7:00pm - 10:00pm and occasionally Saturday

Fee

Application Fee

HK$150

Course Fee
  • Course Fee : HK$19920 (Note: Students may purchase professional indemnity insurance on their own)

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall be:

(a) Registered Nurses who hold a bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognised institution and are registered with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong; 

OR

(b) Healthcare professionals, such as Dietitians, Social Workers, Clinical Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Pharmacists, Speech Therapists or Chinese Medicine Practitioners, who hold a bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognised institution.

 

If the degree or equivalent qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency, such as:  

  1. an overall band of 6.0 or above with no subtests lower than 5.5 in the IELTS; or
  2. a score of 550 or above in the paper-based TOEFL, or a score of 213 or above in the computer-based TOEFL, or a score of 80 or above in the internet-based TOEFL; or
  3. HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above; or
  4. HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above; or 
  5. equivalent qualifications.

 

Applicants with other qualifications and related work experience will be considered on individual merit.

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Enrolment Method

Interested candidates should apply by returning the application form, together with relevant supporting documents, copy of Hong Kong Identity Card (or valid working / dependent visa with original entry permit) and an application fee of HK$150 cheque made payable to "HKU SPACE" (non-refundable) to either:

By post: Attn to Dietetics, Food and Nutritional Sciences, 13/F., Fortress Tower, 250 King's Road, North Point, Hong Kong. OR

In person: any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Counters (Attn: Dietetics, Food and Nutritional Sciences). OR

By online: through HKU SPACE website.

Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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