This learning package was co-designed and developed with the Innovative co-Design and Evaluation of care Plan Training and education for Holistic needs (or InDEPTH) Advisory Group and InDEPTH workshop participants, led by Dr Verna Lavender. It was funded by Macmillan Cancer Support.
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A series of blogs and podcasts relating to the Four Ways Forward
This is the first of a series of four podcasts (and associated blogs) about how we can integrate more physical activity across the NHS and what key actions health and care professionals can do to support the strategic shift from ‘Sickness to Prevention’ and from ‘Hospital to Community’.
This is the first of a series of four podcasts and blogs about how we can integrate more physical activity across the NHS and what key actions health and care professionals can do to support this strategic shift towards movement and staving off or preventing ill health. The first kicks off with an introductory episode, by Sarah Price, Director of Public Health for NHS England and Sasha Karikusevic, Director for NHS Horizons, who consider ‘Where can we all start’.
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Click here to read the blog
They offer a range of online workshops and programmes to help and support HCPs who are working with younger adults, click here to find out more.
Their Shine Champions Programme provides the opportunity to learn how to support adults diagnosed with cancer in their 20s, 30s and 40s in a way that works for them as well as the relevant knowledge and research.
Being a Shine Champion will give you an extra set of resources to draw on, access to the expertise of our networks, and the ability to share that expert knowledge with your colleagues.
As part of the Champions programme there will be opportunities to:
■ Network with others in similar job roles
■ Attend training in-person and remotely with the Shine team and other experts in the field (including 8hrs of CPD accredited training)
■ Draw on the expertise and resources we have to improve support for people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s who are going through cancer
■ Gain tools and resources to speak to colleagues and other professionals about how they can best support younger adults with cancer
■ Engage in a short piece of reflective practice, with feedback from young adults with lived experience
Applications for our 2026 programme, starting in March, close on Friday, 16th January! To apply for a space please fill in the form below. If you have any questions, you can email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Prehabilitation and rehabilitation are proven to make a meaningful difference to people living with cancer. By joining PRosPer, learners become part of a growing movement that champions proactive, person‑centred care, helping people feel stronger, more prepared, and more supported at every stage of their cancer journey.
This programme brings together the latest expertise in cancer prehabilitation and rehabilitation, giving learners practical tools to deliver personalised, proactive care that improves treatment tolerance, enhances recovery, and supports long‑term wellbeing.
PRosPer is ideal for anyone involved in cancer pathways, including nurses, AHPs, support workers, and wider MDT members who want to embed personalised, holistic care into everyday practice.
The PRosPer course is hosted on the Personalised Care Institute (PCI) learning platform.
You will need a Personalised Care Instituate account to access the training and receive your PCI certficate.
The Cancer Professionals Podcast is a bi-monthly podcast for health and social care professionals, which supports learning, raises awareness, and sparks discussion on topics from across the cancer care pathway. Macmillan interview a wide range of expert guests - including health and social care professionals and people with lived experience of cancer - to lift the lid on current issues faced by the cancer workforce.
The podcast series currently over 16,500 listens across 22 episodes, providing a valuable and impactful resource.
The Somerset training platform provides comprehensive eLearning resources designed to support cancer pathway management. Key features include:
New eLearning course for Active Surveillance:
The new Active Surveillance Core course is available for learners to gain a greater understanding of how Active Surveillance can be collected within RMS. It covers; activities, reviews, investigations, diagnoses, treatments, document library, template letters and resources, timeline and worklists.
To access the Active Surveillance course on Learn Somerset, click Find Learning on the menu bar and you will find the Active Surveillance course will be featured at the top of the course catalogue.
Access to Learn Somerset:The platform is web-based and can be accessed via Learn Somerset: Log in to the site. New users will need to register with their NHS email address to log in. To do this, click the Create New Account link under the Sign In button and follow the instructions.
Please be aware that only Trusts with SCR will be able to create an account.
Developed by leading experts and experienced learning technologists, each course is designed to elevate your skills. Explore their offerings today and find the perfect fit for your professional growth.
Access the website here to register for your account and explore the cancer courses.
Ensuring all patients receive high-quality Cancer care without any unnecessary delay is a key national directive. This cancer training elearning programme delivers essential knowledge and understanding of Cancer pathways, standards and rules. The programme is designed to be used by a variety of NHS staff working across a range of organisations who are responsible for managing patients along cancer pathways and/or delivering national cancer care standards.
This nationally recognised e-learning package is suitable for all members of the clinical and non-clinical workforce who contribute to Cancer services.
There are 8 structured bite-sized modules, each taking 30-45 minutes to complete followed by a competency assessment and certificate to add to your free ACCEND eportoflio.
Register for your Learning hub account today to access this free training.
The NHS IMPACT Operational Improvement Training Programme is now open for registration, designed to equip healthcare professionals with the practical tools, confidence, and insight to lead effective teams and drive improvement in everyday care delivery.
This national training offer is available to Band 6–8a (or equivalent) clinical and operational staff working across all care settings, including primary, community, and acute care. Content includes practical approaches to improving patient outcomes and taking a patient-centred approach, delivered through interactive sessions, case studies, and collaborative activities. By the end of the programme particuapnts will have developed:
The programme is interactive and practice-based, featuring real-world case studies, peer collaboration, and opportunities to apply learning directly to your own service.
Visit the NHS IMPACT website for more information and to signup visit : www.nhs-impact.co.uk
or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the subject heading ‘ImprovementTraining’
NHS staff can access four one-hour modules and interact with peers and experienced tutors over a seven-week period.
If you are already registered on the QI Learning Platform, simply enrol in the course. If you have not registered yet, please visit the QI Learning Platform page and complete your registration before enrolling.
Course materials will be available for seven weeks after the start date, and you can earn 6 CPD points upon completion, as the course is CPD accredited.
For questions, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with “Cancer Pathway MOOC” in the subject line.
Please share this opportunity with colleagues who may benefit!
Its flagship course, No Conversation Too Tough, equips staff with the skills to support families facing incurable illness, helping them manage sensitive discussions with confidence. The foundation also delivers tailored training for schools, enabling teachers to guide students through anticipatory grief and bereavement, and workplace programmes that prepare HR teams to support employees during challenging times. These evidence‑based resources strengthen professional practice, ensuring compassionate, informed support across diverse settings.
The Ruth Strauss Foundation provides free emotional support and practical resources to families where a parent has incurable cancer, helping them prepare children and loved ones through open, guided conversations. Their services include one‑to‑one guidance, toolkits, and community support to reduce isolation and strengthen resilience during anticipatory grief.
This is a new training module designed to help healthcare professionals better support people with learning disabilities in accessing cancer care and screening services. The brilliant students from Baked Bean, have made sure the module remains authentic and includes information that matters most to people with a learning disability.
The module supports the improvement of cancer risk mitigation, patient experience, early diagnosis and ultimately better outcomes for this patient population. The module has been designed for all primary care staff, but it does contain information for secondary care colleagues that may need to support someone with a learning disability, by providing the following:
To access this free training course, click here.
We offer free webinars, events and resources, to help you support people affected by breast care. For even more support, sign up to the Healthcare Professional Hub for exclusive access to our past webinars and specialist interest groups
Become a member and get access to our library of webinars to support your CPD and professional revalidation. You'll be able to join one of the specialist interest groups for sharing best practice, and receive the ebulletin every month.
Sign up today
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
Who Is It For?This course is ideal for all healthcare professionals supporting patients with a cancer diagnosis, including:
Pricing: Introductory Course: £49 + VAT
To access please head to Homepage - Accelerate Academy
NHS Veterans Aware has launched a short introductory video for the new National Armed Forces Training and Education Programme (NAFTEP) developed by NHS England.
The initiative supports NHS staff in meeting the unique needs of the Armed Forces community, who may experience distinct health inequalities.
The training goes live on 6 November 2025 and includes flexible modules and national webinars. Staff can access the video and training details via the Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance website.
For queries, please contact Gemma Saunders, Regional Trainer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Introduction to the Health Equity Assessment Tool (HEAT) Training
The West Midlands Cancer Alliance (WMCA) is committed to promoting health equity across all cancer services. To support this, WMCA staff have been trained to implement the Health Equity Assessment Tool (HEAT) across all programmes of work. This training ensures that health inequalities are consistently identified and addressed in every aspect of service delivery.
The HEAT training, along with access to the tool and supporting documentation, is available to all staff below. We encourage everyone to engage with this resource to strengthen equitable care and outcomes across the region.
HEAT Training slides
Health Equity Assessment Tool (HEAT) - GOV.UK