Advances in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer are the result of the research capacity of oncology professionals. Acquire the necessary skills for nursing research, thanks to this educational program’’

Research in oncology nursing is synonymous with research in patient care and needs. Therefore, this postgraduate certificate is conceived as a gateway to this field, promoting the ability of professional nurses to lead and coordinate projects from the most innovative lines of research.

To gain a foothold in today's research landscape, knowledge of grants, fellowships and established research groups is helpful. However, in oncology, any nurse who wishes to carry out an evidence-based clinical practice requires frequent reading of up-to-date scientific literature. Critical reading is a tool that facilitates this task, and its mastery will have an impact not only on the ability to understand a scientific article, but also on the design of future research.

The up-to-date contents of this postgraduate certificate and its integrative approach will provide a complete view of all aspects related to Oncology Nursing Research. The contents will provide a journey through the diverse needs of cancer patients, whose particularities require personalized attention.

Both the design of the program and the educational material used will facilitate the understanding of concepts, and the realization of practical cases will help to adapt what has been learned to clinical practice. In this way, the postgraduate certificate will provide immersive learning in order to prepare professionals in real situations of their daily professional practice.

Don’t miss this opportunity to study in the biggest private online university”

This postgraduate certificate in Oncology Nursing Research contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Oncology Nursing
• 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
• Latest developments in oncology nursing research
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies in oncology nursing research
• 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

This postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make in selecting a refresher program to update your knowledge in Oncology Nursing’’

Its teaching staff includes professionals from the field of nursing Dermatology, who bring their experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading communities and prestigious 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 is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the specialist must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in Oncology Nursing with extensive experience.

This program comes with the best educational material, providing you with a contextual approach that will facilitate your learning"

This 100% online postgraduate certificate will allow you to balance your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The postgraduate certificate in Oncology Nursing Research is oriented to prepare health professionals in their daily work during the care of cancer patients, following the highest quality standards in the performance of their work.

Our goal is to help you succeed in your career’’

General objectives

• Expand the professional's knowledge, facilitating the acquisition of advanced competencies that will enable them to provide specialized care to complex oncology patients
• Incorporate theoretical and pathophysiological fundamentals in nursing practice, assuming the particularities of pediatric, adult and elderly patients
• Define the specific competencies of the nursing professional in the field of oncology to increase effectiveness and efficiency in the organization and acquire coordination and management skills of the nursing team
• Design patient and family care plans integrating knowledge, attitudes and skills acquired during the program
• Apply the theoretical knowledge acquired in relation to the oncology patient and the management and administration of treatment, guaranteeing patient safety at all times
• Delve into the development of interpersonal relationships between the professional and the patient-family, as well as with the rest of the members of the multidisciplinary team
• Integrate emotional management strategies in the different stages of the disease process, incorporating the psychosocial and spiritual approach in the care and assuming death as a natural process in the terminal patient
• Acquire the necessary education to act with autonomy and provide the best care based on scientific evidence
• Implement research into routine nursing practice as a basis for professional development and effective and efficient management of complex cases

Specific objectives

• Expose the fundamentals of research in health sciences and its importance in the field of oncology
• Distinguish the various areas of research in Oncology and Oncology Nursing, and their contribution to improving the quality of life of patients
• Deepen in the characteristics of translational research and its importance in Oncology
• Determine the main lines of nursing research in Oncology, both nationally and internationally
• Direct, organize and assess individual research projects and nursing or multidisciplinary work groups
• Understand and cope with the challenges and difficulties that new staff may face, based on different institutional support strategies
• Reflect on one's own practice, making critical judgments, showing a constructive attitude and taking into account the latest knowledge
• Differentiate the main models of critical reading, according to the type of study to be analyzed
• Interpret the information contained in the scientific literature to provide the patient with contrasted and quality evidence
• Use new information and communication technologies to improve daily practice and teamwork

Take the opportunity to learn about the latest advances in this field in order to apply it to your daily practice.’’