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Developing Practice in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT), Administration and Care (CANC701/CANC7012)

This module runs separately in semester one and two. The module code for semester one is CANC701 whilst the module code for semester two is CANC7012. The module has been created to enable learners to critically evaluate and demonstrate competency in the management and care of patients with solid and haematological tumours receiving systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT).

Module delivery 

Part time delivery, with the module delivered in semester one and two.

Key dates and application information

  • Apply by: 30 November 2024 (January - semester two)
  • Module start date: 6 January 2025
  • Module end date: June 2025
  • Apply by: 31 July 2025 (September - semester one)
  • Module start date: September 2025
  • Module end date: January 2026.

Who is the module for?

The module is designed for practising, registered nurses working in SACT administration roles. The module is a standalone option which can be used to support continuous professional development.

Module details and indicative content

You will evaluate critically the decision making, risk assessment and therapeutic intervention in relation to the management and holistic care of the patient receiving SACT and examine critically the professional policy, health and safety regulations and legal aspects relating to the administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy.

The assessment components provide you with the opportunity to critically evaluate your own service, with a focus on service improvement, whilst also demonstrating competency in the safe delivery of systemic anti-cancer treatments through completion of the SACT Passport.

How you are assessed

There are three summative assessments:

  • A practical assessment – completion of the SACT passport (or evidence of prior completion)
  • A 3,000-word written assessment - critical analysis of current practice in relation to service improvement need and potential improvement strategy
  • A 20-minute verbal presentation on the topic of service improvement need and potential improvement strategy 

A placement may be required to support you with completion of the SACT Passport. This can be undertaken in your place of work or at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. There is a minimum of 75 hours supernumerary to be completed as part of this.

Please contact nicola.benson1@nhs.net to discuss this in further detail.