25 Jan 2027 (Available)
Apply by: 18 Jan 2027
Semester B
25 Jan 2027 (Online)
Course overview
PLEASE NOTE THIS PAGE IS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING UPDATED FOR 2026/27. APPLICATIONS ARE NOT YET OPEN.
Course Details
This module is suitable for all healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with a cancer diagnosis. Using an inquiry-based approach, students will gather a wide range of evidence and information to thoroughly explore the module topics. Through critical evaluation and analysis of the evidence base, they will consolidate their knowledge and understanding of the psychological conditions, methods of assessment and interventions of patients with cancer.
There is an exploration of communication skills for supporting patients in psychological distress and reflecting on the role of health care professionals in providing psychological support. Please note this module does not qualify students to counsel or provide psychological interventions; a key component of this module is understanding how to support patients within the limits of a professional scope of practice.
Learning is supported through electronic resources, and ongoing guidance and formative feedback from the module leader to foster knowledge, understanding and skills development to prepare students for successful assessment.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding:
Successful students will typically:
- Critically appraise a range of psychological conditions, methods of assessment and interventions with reference to the evidence base in psycho-oncology research.
Skills and Attributes
Successful students will typically:
- Be able to recognise and respond to the potential signs of psychological distress in cancer patients.
- Critically reflect on their role in providing psychological support for patients, demonstrating awareness of referral pathways and limitations of self.
Assessments
Coursework 1, 100%
Typically, the assessment takes the form of a case study (3000-word equivalent)
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Funding
£945.00
The price quoted above is for a 15 credit module in the 2026/27 academic year and applies to students who are assessed as Home fee payers ONLY. Fees will differ for students assessed as Overseas fee payers. Fee assessment decisions follow UKCISA (UK Council for International Student Affairs) guidance, which is based on UK law and government regulations. Further information on who will pay Home or Overseas tuition fees can be found here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees
Once confirmed, a student’s fee status will normally remain the same for the duration of their course. However, information regarding fee reassessment is available here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees#FeeReassessment
Eligible students may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Student Loan. Please note that to access this funding, you must enrol on the full MSc programme; funding is not available for individual modules or interim awards (for example, a Postgraduate Diploma). Further information is available at: https://www.gov.uk/masters-loan
Further details, including tuition fee amounts, fee policy and payment deadlines, can be found here : https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/fee-information/fees-and-finance-policy-document
If you require further information or have any questions regarding fees, please contact: cpdhealth@herts.ac.uk
Why choose Hert?
Excellent sector connections: we have extensive links with eight NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in Hertfordshire.
Links with over 98 NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in East Anglia and London regions.
Flexibility: we provide flexible study options to ensure you can fit CPD study around your busy professional and personal lives.
Location: the main University of Hertfordshire campus is 25 minutes from London with easy access by both road and rail services.
Course details
Course leader
Dr. Naomi Brown n.2.brown@herts.ac.uk
Administrator
Niamh Sexton
Telephone
01707 284800
Course delivery
Online. Number of Learner Hours: Independent 100 hours. Placement 200 hours.
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Prerequisites
A minimum of 1-year post-qualification experience is recommended.
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