This e-learning session introduces how and why cancer spreads (metastasis) and what this means for patients and their care. Designed for anyone working in any cancer‑related role as well as those new to cancer care, it builds essential knowledge to help you feel more confident supporting people living with metastatic cancer.

You will learn:

  • What metastasis is and how it happens
  • Common sites where cancer spreads
  • How staging relates to metastatic disease
  • The physical, emotional and practical impact on patients
  • How to provide effective support and communicate with empathy

Which ACCEND Capabilities in Practice does this learning/training support?

ACCEND_Mapped_Ticked_Star - Edited.pngThis training has been mapped to the ACCEND framework. This alignment ensures that the training you receive is comprehensive and meets the highest standards of practice.

To evidence your learning, we encourage you to sign up and make use of the ePortfolio, which is fully integrated with the ACCEND framework. By adding a new entry and selecting this training from the learning library, you will be able to see which capabilities in practice have been met.

For a detailed guide on how to access and use the ePortfolio, please visit Getting Started with ACCEND