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Learn best practices in cancer or palliative care
Radiation Oncology
This course includes radiation therapy (RT) principles, assessment and management of RT related side effects and adverse effects, and the impact of concurrent chemotherapy or immunotherapy during RT. Best practice tools, clinical insights, case studies have been incorporated in the course to enhance learning experiences and support interprofessional practice in RT.
May 6, 2026: de Souza Institute Systems Maintenance
On May 6, 2026 we will be performing scheduled maintenance that will impact the de Souza Institute web sites and systems, including the eLearning Centre and My Account.
Please expect our sites and all courses to be unavailable starting on May 6, 2026 at 21:00 (9:00 PM) Eastern time and ending on May 6, 2026 at 23:00 (11:00 PM) Eastern time.
Please make sure to log out from the eLearning Centre before maintenance starts so that you do not lose any work.
Advanced Pain Management Course
Pain can be a debilitating symptom and is often a patient’s top concern. Learn the pathophysiology of cancer pain, cancer pain syndromes, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for intractable pain in palliation and how to conduct educational and advocacy work.
Oncological Emergencies
Step into emergency situations with confidence and competence. Our Oncologic Emergencies courses will prepare you to anticipate, recognize, and respond to twelve metabolic and structural emergencies. Learn how to think fast, act decisively, and provide care for patients during a tense and life threatening situation.
Education in Palliative Care (EPC) Course Series
Learn how to provide comprehensive and person-centred palliative care for patients living with serious illness such as cancer, end-stage renal disease (ESRD), congestive heart failure (CHF), or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course (PSCB)
This course is delivered online and facilitated by advanced practice nurse educators; the content is Canadian, up to date, and delivered with engaging and clinically relevant interactive activities case studies and a workshop. Nurses can pace their study time independently and still be part of a supportive learning community.