The communication style you use will set the guidelines that will encourage trust and confidence in the patient"

With the postgraduate certificate in Communication with the Oncology Patient , the student will achieve the necessary skills to establish empathy and compassion as communicative elements to form a harmonious relationship. In this sense, you will learn to identify the patient's verbal and non-verbal components to determine when they are lying or trying to hide something. 

On the other hand, we will discuss Counseling in depth, a technique that has proven to be a powerful therapeutic tool to develop the psychologist's relationship in the cl inical setting. This tool is used to make a person reflect in such a way that they can make the decisions they consider appropriate, taking into account their emotional state. 

At the end of the program, the student will be able to apply the appropriate techniques to treat their patients, making this program an excellent opportunity to guide the physician through the approaches developed in psycho-oncology, reinforcing the communication and relationship with the patient.  

Talking to patients, beyond the disease, helps to build a bond of trust" 

This postgraduate certificate in Communication with the Oncology Patient contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features are:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Psycho-Oncology
• The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines th at are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies for psychological intervention with cancer patients
• 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 be able to respon d to the emotional reactions of your patients using persuasive and empathetic language" 

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies 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 training programmed to train in real situations.   

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.    

Communicate in a clear and understandable way to answer all patients' questions and concerns"

If you are afraid of burnout, this program will help you manage your emotions to get involved with your patients"

Oncology patients are looking for professionals who are involved with their treatment. This makes honest and respectful communication essential. Therefore, in this program, students will be able to enhance their skills to express, from empathy and understanding, a complete explanation of the diagnosis and all the therapeutic options available. This will avoid misunderstandings and conspiracies between the patient and family members.  

Maintain objectivity and allow your patients to express their concerns about the diagnosis" 

General Objectives

• Gain in-depth knowledge of the different therapeutic options in the psychological treatment of cancer
• Contribute to the control of mood alterations through appropriate psychological strategies
• Know how to assess and intervene in adaptive and maladaptive emotions and behaviors

Specific Objectives

• Work with a Patient-Centered Psychology
• Appropriately handle difficult situations and dealing with bad news
• Prevent and detect communication problems (e.g., pact of silence) and enhance family members' resources and strategies
• Manage the most complex communication difficulties
• Reflect critically on one's own attitudes and communication skills, identifying elements for continuous improvement during the care process

Your patients will appreciate that you are attentive and willing to listen to them"