Online course
Time: approx. 45 minutes – 1 hour 15 minutes (depending on existing knowledge)
Our three-part Introduction to pancreatic cancer course provides an overview of pancreatic cancer, from how it presents and the symptoms associated with the disease, to treatment options and the ongoing supportive care needs of people with pancreatic cancer.
In part one of the course we explore:
- how pancreatic cancer affects the pancreas
- signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer
- risk factors
- diagnosis and investigations
- staging
This course is designed for all healthcare professionals with no or limited experience of pancreatic cancer, or those looking for a refresher.
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Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for all healthcare professionals interested in finding out about pancreatic cancer. It is designed specifically for healthcare professionals with no or limited experience of pancreatic cancer, or those looking for a refresher.
What will you achieve from taking part one of this course?
- Knowledge and understanding of the signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer
- Knowledge and understanding of the risk factors of pancreatic cancer
- Knowledge and understanding of how pancreatic cancer is diagnosed and the staging of the cancer
You will receive a CPD certificate of completion at the end of course.
What will part one of this course cover?
- How pancreatic cancer affects the pancreas
- Signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer
- Risk factors
- Diagnosis
- Staging
There will be a short quiz toward the end of the course to test your knowledge of the topics.
FAQs
Do I need to complete each part of the course in one go?
No. You can start the module and come back to it at a later date to complete it. The course will remember your progress.
Can I get CPD from taking part one of this course?
Yes. Each part of the course is CPD certified. On completion of part one of the course you will receive a certificate with the CPD stamp which you can use for revalidation.
Do I need to take parts two and three of the course?
After taking part one of this course, we recommend taking part two on treatment options and part three on symptom management so you get to hear about the different areas of the pancreatic cancer pathway. However, it isn’t mandatory to take all three courses.
Contact us
If you have any questions about the course or if you need any help, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at hpnetwork@pancreaticcancer.org.uk
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Acknowledgements
We would like to thank the following people who contributed, reviewed and tested this online course, in addition to our Pancreatic Cancer Specialist Nurses:
Reviewers
- Mr Andrew Smith, Consultant Pancreatic Surgeon and Honorary Clinical Associate Professor, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Prof Daniel Palmer, Medical Oncologist, University of Liverpool
- Rachel Haigh, CNS CUP and HPB Teams, Edinburgh Cancer Centre
- Rachel White, Dietitian
- Dr Raneem Albazaz, Consultant Radiologist, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Rosie Hull, UGI CNS, St Helens and Knowsley Hospital
Video: People affected by pancreatic cancer who shared their experience
- Bryony Thomas
- Ann Stella
- Marie Morris
- Hugh Campbell
- Vivienne
- Stuart McWilliam
- Peter Fitzpatrick
The course content
The content of this course is supported by research, studies and guides which are referenced throughout the course content.