Want to broaden your perspectives and knowledge as a Nuclear Medicine Nurse Practitioner? Get it with TECH through this innovative program"

After completion of Brachytherapy-related therapies, review of clinical outcomes must occur in a comprehensive manner. The nursing staff is critical during this process to develop comprehensive patient monitoring.  For this reason, these professionals must have up-to-date knowledge and skills that allow them to assess patients according to the most up-to-date scientific criteria and to inform physicians as quickly as possible.

However, achieving this comprehensive knowledge is a complex task because most of the curricula are still taught in a face-to-face mode. This makes it difficult to develop and combine with other work responsibilities.

In response to this, TECH offers nurses a complete program in 100% online mode. Through its exhaustive syllabus, it will cover the most innovative procedures  that involve the praxis of these health professionals in Hospital Radiophysics Services. In addition, the university program will cover the most innovative technologies related to Brachytherapy, its functions and characteristics. Likewise, the syllabus will delve into the management of radiological safety during these treatments, taking into account the most updated protocols of action.

On the other hand, this unique program will have an innovative 100% online mode and a didactic platform equipped with cutting-edge learning resources.  These will include various multimedia materials such as explanatory videos, interactive summaries and self-knowledge tests. TECH will also provide students with a complete study system: Relearning. This will provide the assimilation of complex concepts through gradual and intensive reiteration throughout the syllabus. In this way, graduates will avoid having to memorize the contents and will be able to incorporate them into their work practice in a more flexible and efficient way.

Analyze the main radiation sources used and be able to calibrate them to ensure dose accuracy"

This Postgraduate certificate in Radiophysics in Brachytherapy contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its most outstanding features are:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Radiophysics.
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice.
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will carry out equipment quality control and ensure patient safety at all times following the study of this program"

The program's teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who bring to this program the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program’s design focuses on Problem-Based Learning, through which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic program. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will delve into the use of the most sophisticated interventional devices and catheters so that your nursing practice stands out for its innovative approach"

You will have access to a learning system based on repetition with natural and progressive teaching throughout the entire syllabus: Relearning"

This university program establishes a solid foundation on the physical and biological fundamentals that support Brachytherapy. Accordingly, the curriculum will focus on vital aspects of this therapeutic treatment modality, including radiation dose and distribution. Likewise, the syllabus offers specific clinical indications in the approach to different types of cancer (including prostate, cervical and breast cancer).  The didactic materials will also foster the development of research skills, while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to carry out scientific inquiries and to handle state-of-the-art technological tools in the field.

This program gives you the opportunity to update your knowledge in a real scenario, with the maximum scientific rigor of a leading academic institution"

Module 1. Brachytherapy in the Field of Radiotherapy

1.1. Brachytherapy

1.1.1. Physical Principles of Brachytherapy
1.1.2. Biological Principles and Radiobiology Applied to Brachytherapy
1.1.3. Brachytherapy and External Radiotherapy. Differences

1.2. Radiation Sources in Brachytherapy

1.2.1. Radiation Sources Used in Brachytherapy
1.2.2. Radiation Emission of the Sources Used
1.2.3. Calibration of Sources
1.2.4. Safety in the Handling and Storage of Brachytherapy Sources

1.3. Dose Planning in Brachytherapy

1.3.1. Techniques of Dose Planning in Brachytherapy
1.3.2. Optimization of the Dose Distribution in the Target Tissue
1.3.3. Application of the Monte Carlo Method
1.3.4. Specific Considerations to Minimize Irradiation of Healthy Tissues
1.3.5. TG 43 Formalism

1.4. Administration Techniques in Brachytherapy

1.4.1. High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR) versus Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy (LDR)
1.4.2. Clinical Procedures and Treatment Logistics
1.4.3. Management of Devices and Catheters Used in the Administration of Brachytherapy

1.5. Clinical Indications for Brachytherapy

1.5.1. Application of Brachytherapy in the Treatment of Prostate cancer.
1.5.2. Brachytherapy in Cervical Cancer: Technique and Results
1.5.3. Brachytherapy in Breast Cancer: Clinical Considerations and Results.

1.6. Brachytherapy Quality Management

1.6.1. Specific Quality Management Protocols for Brachytherapy
1.6.2. Quality Control of Equipment and Treatment Systems
1.6.3. Audit and Compliance with Regulatory Standards

1.7. Clinical Results in Brachytherapy

1.7.1. Review of Clinical Studies and Outcomes in the Treatment of Specific Cancers
1.7.2. Brachytherapy Efficacy and Toxicity Assessment
1.7.3. Clinical Cases and Discussion of Results

1.8. Ethics and International Regulatory Aspects in Brachytherapy

1.8.1. Ethical Issues in Shared Decision-Making with Patients
1.8.2. Compliance with International Radiation Safety Standards and Regulations
1.8.3. International Liability and Legal Aspects in Brachytherapy Practice

1.9. Technological Development in Brachytherapy

1.9.1. Technological Innovations in the Field of Brachytherapy
1.9.2. Research and Development of New Techniques and Devices in Brachytherapy
1.9.3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Brachytherapy Research Projects

1.10. Practical Application and Simulations in Brachytherapy

1.10.1. Clinical Simulation for Brachytherapy
1.10.2. Resolution of Practical Situations and Technical Challenges
1.10.3. Evaluation of Treatment Plans and Discussion of Results

This program includes real case studies and exercises to expand your Nursing skills in the Radiophysics setting. Enroll now!”