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***Note: We have extended the registration for this course if you decide to register be sure that you will have enough time to complete the pre-reading assignment and mail your deposit cheque.

This one day workshop will present key theoretical elements and approaches to assessing and managing distress which can help nurses practicing at any point along the cancer journey. Multiple modalities of learning will be used in this dynamic one-day workshop including case scenarios to highlight psychosocial care issues along the cancer care continuum. 

After attending this one-day workshop participants will be able to:

• Explain psychosocial aspects of cancer care and the need for proficiency in this field for all nurses.


• Describe evidence-based approaches which can be used to address psychosocial issues along the cancer journey.


• Give examples of psychosocial assessment tools that can be used in nursing practice.


• Demonstrate ability to use psychosocial assessment tools and interventions in case scenarios.

This course is open to any Ontario nurse who provides care for oncology patients in any setting and phase of the cancer care journey, regardless of practice role. Travel and accommodation expenses will be reimbursed (in accordance with our travel policy) for nurses who live more than 150km from Toronto.

This course is offered at no cost but a deposit of $100 is required to save your space for the course. Cheques will not be deposited unless participants fail to cancel their registration before February 2, 2012 or fail to complete the course. Please see our Cancellation & No Show Policy.

Please mail your cheque to:

Attn: Victoria Wolno
700 University Avenue
HSC #14
Toronto, ON M5G 1Z5

Click here to view the poster for this event.

Maximum seats: 100

Cost: $0