The Fellowship Curriculum provides the educational framework for the UKASCC Supportive Oncology Fellowship. It defines the knowledge, skills and professional capabilities expected of fellows as they develop expertise in supportive oncology.
The curriculum is designed to complement clinical experience and educational supervision, ensuring fellows develop the breadth of knowledge required to support people living with and beyond cancer across the entire cancer continuum.
The curriculum is organised into ten integrated domains that together reflect the multidisciplinary nature of supportive oncology. Each domain contains learning outcomes that support the development of clinical knowledge, professional judgement and practical skills.
Understanding the principles, scope and role of supportive oncology within modern cancer care.
Recognition and management of oncological emergencies, treatment complications and the long-term consequences of cancer treatment.
Supporting patients to optimise health, function and quality of life during and after cancer treatment.
Assessment and management of complex symptoms using holistic, evidence-based approaches.
Delivering personalised care for teenagers and young adults, older adults and patients with diverse healthcare needs.
Supporting patients with complex medical conditions alongside their cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Recognising and responding to the psychological, emotional and social impact of cancer.
Advance care planning, recognising deterioration and providing excellent care for patients approaching the end of life.
Coordinating multidisciplinary care across hospital, ambulatory and community settings.
Developing skills in evidence-based practice, service improvement and innovation.
Learning Throughout the Fellowship
Learning takes place through a combination of clinical experience, supervision and reflection. Fellows develop their knowledge and skills through supervised clinical practice in a range of supportive oncology settings, supported by multidisciplinary learning and regular educational supervision. Workplace-based assessments and reflective practice encourage feedback and professional development throughout the year, while participation in quality improvement and research provides opportunities to contribute to the future of supportive oncology.