Professional development, with a focus on digital skills, has become a central aspect of training for healthcare professionals. Whilst the emphasis is often on designing curriculum, developing effective and relevant training programmes, and employing the best learning and evaluation methods, there remains a critical theme that is frequently overlooked: how do healthcare professionals cope with the demands of continuous learning in a saturated and high-pressure work environment?
In this workshop, we aim to explore the challenges faced by healthcare professionals, particularly oncology specialists, in managing ongoing professional development amidst the pressures of their daily responsibilities. We will examine how training programmes can be designed to be sustainable and adaptable to the challenges of limited time, high stress, and constant change in healthcare settings.
15:00 – 15:05 |
Welcome and introductionOpening remarks and outline of the session’s aims and objectives. |
15:05 – 15:20 |
The Learning Environment in OncologyAn overview of the challenges affecting learning in oncology, including stress, time pressures, and fatigue. This session will consider how such factors influence the acquisition and retention of knowledge and skills among healthcare professionals. |
15:20 – 15:35 |
Adapting Education to Professional RealitiesExploring how training programmes can be designed to be more flexible, accessible, and responsive to the day-to-day realities of oncology professionals. The session will examine approaches such as microlearning, digital tools, and blended learning models to support manageable and effective professional development. |
15:35 – 15:50 |
Supporting Healthcare Professionals' Well-BeingAddressing burnout and stress through training methods that consider mental and physical fatigue. Building resilience and self-care into professional development programmes |
15:50 – 16:05 |
Feedback from TraineesSharing perspectives from cancer professionals on their learning needs, preferences, and challenges. The session will explore how their feedback can be effectively embedded into curriculum design to enhance relevance, engagement, and educational value. |
16:05 – 16:20 |
Breakout room discussions
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Managing Time and Learning in Oncology
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Mental Health, Well-Being, and Feedback
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16:20 – 16:30 |
Key insights from the breakout rooms and closing remarksA summary of the key messages emerging from the breakout sessions, followed by final reflections and next steps. |