CRN Wessex - Cancer Researchers Introductory Course (CRIC) - 17 May 2024

There are no academic pre-requisites for the Cancer Researchers’ Introductory Course. Participants may hold any role in the Cancer Division and will be new, or relatively new, in post (ideally within 3 months). The course is introductory and pre-supposes only a basic understanding of biology. 

Intended Learning Outcomes: 

1. To understand the meaning of the key words and terminology in routine use in cancer research; 
2. To investigate the biological basis of cancer and the link to the mechanism of action of treatments; 
3. To explore the common pathways for cancer patients from diagnosis and through the different treatment modalities; 
4. To review the current treatments and their adverse events; 
5. To appreciate the impact of a cancer diagnosis on a patient and their family and to consider survivorship. 

For more information and to book go to NIHR Learn or email train.crnwessex@nihr.ac.uk