Radiation Oncology Nursing Education Update: New Module Coming + Facilitator Training
Upcoming Facilitator Training – 11 September 2025
If you're responsible for delivering the Radiation Oncology Nursing Course (RONC) at your facility, don't miss this important online facilitator training session:
Date: Thursday, 11 September 2025
Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm (AEST)
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This 90-minute session is designed to arm you with the knowledge, tools and confidence to deliver the practical components of the course locally.
By the end of the training, you'll be able to:
- Understand the course structure and flow
- Navigate the Facilitator’s Toolbox
- Apply case study templates, competency assessment tools, and facilitator/assessor guides in practice
Please note: This session provides a brief overview of the course’s online components—in-depth training for those was delivered earlier in 2025 and is available here. It is recommended that participants review that session before attending the facilitator training.
Coming Soon: Module 2 – Treatment-Related Side Effects and Their Management
Get ready for the release of Module 2 of the Radiation Oncology Nursing Course, launching next month!
This comprehensive 13-part module covers the side effects of radiation therapy and how to manage them, including:
- How and why side effects occur
- Clinical presentation, timing and classification
- Risk and severity factors
- Assessment and grading
- Patient education priorities
- Supportive care and management strategies
- Module 2 comes with a workbook and eQuiz to reinforce learning.
For more information, including detailed topic lists please visit the project page.
