Curriculum
Below is the course of study for the Adult Oncology Specialty Certificate. We also provide a sample plan of study for students.
Theory courses (2 course units):
NURS6640 |
Students are introduced to cancer epidemiology and pathophysiology, cancer genetics, prevention, risk assessment and reduction for specific cancers, screening techniques, diagnostic procedures and criteria, and local and systemic therapies used to treat cancer. The influence of individual characteristics on health promotion, health behaviors, population cancer risk, and cancer detection are explored in the context of biological, psychological, socioeconomic and sociocultural factors across age groups from adolescents to older adults. Evidence-based practice guidelines and research are applied to promote healthy lifestyles, monitor cancer risk, address psychosocial issues, facilitate access to care, and reduce health care disparities for populations at risk and diagnosed with cancer, and cancer survivors. Online course with both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are also required to attend two days of on-campus instruction in the fall semester. Permission to take this course as an elective must be approved by the course faculty. |
NURS6660 |
Principles of cancer treatment, associated responses and symptom management are presented. Emphasis is on the development of advanced clinical decision making skills in identifying multiple alterations resulting from cancer and cancer therapy. Online course with both synchronous and asynchronous components Students are also required to attend two days of on-campus instruction in the spring semester. Permission to take this course as an elective must be approved by the course faculty. |
Clinical courses (1 course units):
NURS6670 |
Emphasis is on the application of critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in advanced clinical decision making. Students access, diagnose, and manage the care of oncology patients with a variety of cancers. The delivery of care and evaluation of role effectiveness within the health care system are examined. Online course with both synchronous and asynchronous components. Course includes 240 clinical hours in an oncology setting. |