Module 1:  Haematological Oncology for Health Care Professionals

Introduction

This module aims to introduce students to the aetiology and treatment of haematological malignancies. It focuses on the special care of patients with bone marrow transplantation, Hickman catheters, as well as common infections and standard control measures which are important to maintain an infection- free environment when caring for low body resistance cancer patients. The care of children with haematological diseases will also be covered.

Objectives

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

1. discuss the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations and treatment of haematological malignancies;
2. assess the pyschosocial needs of patients with haematological diseases and families;
3. demonstrate the caring skills on patients who have undergone bone marrow transplantation and or, with Hickman catheters;
4. identify the common infections that occur in oncology and bone transplantation unit;. and
5. adopt an integrated multidisciplinary approach in caring for patients with haematological diseases.

Outline

1. Principle of medical oncology
2. Classification of cancer in haematology
3. Diagnostic and laboratory investigation
4. Psychosocial assessment and care management
5. Chemotherapy on cancer treatment
6. Special care management for bone marrow transplantation, patients with Hickman catheters and chemotherapy
7. Management of the immunocompromised and pancytopenic patient
8. Haematological emergencies
9. Clinical trial in haematology and bone marrow transplant (BMT)
10. Haematological diseases in paediatrics
11. Nutritional assessment and management
12. Ambulatory care for discharged bone marrow transplant (BMT) patients

Clinical Placement

Day visit / placement at recognized training centres

Recommended CNE points: 56

Recommended CPE points for Occupational Therapists: 12

Recommended CPE points for Physiotherapists: 15

Assessment

1. A minimum of 70% attendance rate;
2. Written Examination; and
3. For Registered Nurse students:  Case Study and 40 hours of Clinical Practicum; or For Allied Health Professions students: Compulsory site visit and a Mini work-based project.

Module 2:  General Oncology for Health Care Professionals

Introduction

This module aims to provide students a basic understanding of the principles of surgery; radiotherapy and chemotherapy in cancer treatment. It focuses on the classification of cancers and diagnostic procedures; the introduction of the different roles of health care professionals in the care of patients with cancer.  In additions, the understanding of the importance of team approach and special knowledge and skills unique in oncology care, such as surgical palliative care, bereavement counseling, pain management, psychosocial care and quality of life issue in oncology will be covered.

Objectives

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

1. discuss the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations and treatment of malignancies;
2. discuss the principles of surgery; radiotherapy and chemotherapy;
3. assess the psychosocial needs of cancer patients and families;
4. differentiate the types of surgical palliative approach to advanced stage of cancer; and
5. adopt an integrated multidisciplinary approach in caring for patients with cancer.

Outline

1. Cancer screening and prevention
2. Principle of surgical oncology
3. Principle of radiotherapy treatment, chemotherapy and biotherapy
4. Cancers of the brain and central nervous system – diagnosis and treatment and nursing management
5. Head, neck and oesophagus cancers – surgical and radiation treatment and nursing management
6. Lung cancer – diagnosis and treatment and nursing management
7. Cancer of liver, gallbladder and pancreas – diagnosis and treatment and nursing management
8. Colorectal cancer – diagnosis and treatment
9. Wound management for oncology patients
10. Rehabilitation; body image and sexuality
11. Skin cancers, bone tumours, – diagnosis and treatment and nursing management
12. Oncology emergency and ethical issues
13. Pain management – clinical approach and nursing approach
14. Multidisciplinary team approach in oncology – physiotherapy and occupational therapy

Clinical Placement

Day visit / placement at recognized training centres

Recommended CNE points: 74

Recommended CPE points for Occupational Therapists: 12

Recommended CPE points for Physiotherapists: 15

Assessment

1. A minimum of 70% attendance rate;
2. Written Examination; and
3. For Registered Nurse students:  Case Study and 40 hours of Clinical Practicum; or For Allied Health Professions students: Compulsory site visit and a Mini work-based project.

Module 3:  Palliative Care for Health Care Professionals

Introduction

The development of palliative care is one of the major advancements in health care for the terminally ill in Hong Kong.

In order to develop a better understanding by health professionals of the concepts of palliative care and the multidisciplinary care approach for the terminally ill, this certificate course has adopted a dynamic approach to look at the relevant issues, including symptoms control, pain management and the concept of death and dying.

This module aims to help students develop a better understanding of the concepts of palliative care and the multidisciplinary care approach for the terminally ill. It adopts a dynamic approach to look at the relevant issues, including symptoms control, pain management and the concepts of death and dying.

Objectives

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

1. discuss the concepts and principles of hospice palliative care;
2. demonstrate the skills in symptom control and pain management;
3. discuss the concept of developing home care support systems in the community; and
4. apply effective communication skills in the care of patients and family coping with death and dying.

Outline

1. Hospice approach on late stage cancer and non-cancerous diseases
   1. Applied anatomy & physiology related to cancer development, classification & diagnosis of cancer
   2. Understanding disease progress and deterioration in chronic conditions
2. Palliative interventions
   1. Symptoms control (medical approach), pain management including nursing care, psychological care, lymphoedema, spirituality, Buddhism, quality of life
3. Skills development
   1. Communication skills, counselling, stress management
4. Community care
   1. Home care, day care, social support, bereavement service, survivorship, health education
5. Alternative therapeutic approach
   1. Complementary care, traditional Chinese medicine, art therapy, music therapy
6. Interdisciplinary team approach
   1. Understanding team approach, nursing, medical social worker, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, clinical psychology, dietetic, volunteers
7. Ethical issue
   1. medical & nursing ethics euthanasia
8. Special area
   1. care of patients with palliative emergency, care of elderly with cancer, care of children with cancer

Clinical Placement

Day visit / placement at recognized training centres

Recommended CNE points: 114

Recommended CPE points for Occupational Therapists: 12

Assessment

1. A minimum of 70% attendance rate;
2. Written Examination; and
3. For Registered Nurse students:  Case Study and 40 hours of Clinical Practicum; or For Allied Health Professions students: Compulsory site visit and a Mini work-based project.

Applicants shall be

1. Registered Nurses registered with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong, preferably with two years of clinical experience, or
2. Allied Health Care Professionals, such as Registered Social Workers, Clinical Psychologists, Radiographers, Registered Practitioners in Chinese Medicine, Registered Pharmacists, Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists, registered with their respective professional bodies, preferably with two years of relevant experience.

Application Form Application Form

• in person, at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centre, application form should be submitted together with the below supporting documents and application fee.
• by post, application form should be sent together with the below supporting documents and application fee either in the form of a crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to HKU SPACE.

1. A Copy of Hong Kong Identity Card;
2. A Copy of your Certificate of Registration;
3. A Copy of your Practising Certificate; and
4. Proof of work.

All forms should be sent to Food, Nutrition and Healthcare (Attn.: Ms Iris Chiu), 13/F, Fortress Tower, 250 King’s Road, North Point, Hong Kong.  Please indicate Application for "the programme you are applying" on the cover of the envelope.

1. Cash, EPS Or WeChat Pay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS or WeChat Pay 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 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.

Notes:

• For general and short courses, applicants may be required to pay the course fee in cash or by EPS, WeChat Pay, Visa or MasterCard if the course is to start shortly.
• 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, cheque or PPS (for online payment only) will normally be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will normally be reimbursed to the payment cardholder’s credit card account.
• 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 transferred 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 approved transfers.
• Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of receipt 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.