Description

This postgraduate certificate in Childhood Cancer will generate a sense of security in the performance of your profession, which will help you to offer a quality service to your patients"

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Diseases that occur at an early age, those affecting children and young people are unique and different from tumors suffered by adults. Although the figures are optimistic in the prognosis and treatment of oncological diseases affecting children, since only 2% of cancers occur at this stage of life, it is necessary to have professionals specialized in treating childhood cancer, adapting to the real needs of the youngest.

This postgraduate certificate in Childhood Cancer offers the possibility of specializing in the treatment of cancer in children and young people in order to acquire the excellent professional skills to treat specific diseases that occur at very early ages.

The specialization will allow the development of competencies, skills and abilities for the performance of the profession, taking into account that the patients are children who require different attention and treatment than adults.

Update your knowledge through the postgraduate certificate in Childhood Cancer program"

This postgraduate certificate in Childhood Cancer contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

  • Development of more than 75 case studies presented by experts in childhood cancer
  • The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • News on Childhood Cancer
  • It contains practical exercises where the self-evaluation process can be carried out to improve learning
  • With special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Childhood Cancer
  • All of this will be complemented by theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This course may be the best investment you can make in the selection of a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in childhood cancer, you will obtain a postgraduate certificate from TECH"

It includes in its teaching staff professionals belonging to the field of childhood cancer who pour into this specialization the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists belonging to reference societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training program to train in real situations.

The design of this program is based on problem-based learning, by means of which the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the course. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system developed by renowned experts in the field of Childhood Cancer and with great medical experience. 

Increase your confidence in decision making by updating your knowledge through this course"

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Take the opportunity to learn about the latest advances in Childhood Cancer, and improve the specialization of your students"

Objectives

The postgraduate certificate in Childhood Cancer is aimed at facilitating the performance of the professional dedicated to aesthetic medicine with the latest advances and newest treatments in the sector. 

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General Objective

  • The main goal of this specialization in Childhood Cancer is for the professional to learn the basic principles related to childhood oncology, addressing the tumors that most affect children and young people today, as well as the most cutting-edge treatments and advances

Specific Objectives

  • Recognize the characteristics of malignant neoplasms, their classification according a their histogenesis, as well as aspects related to their biological behavior
  • Acquire up-to-date knowledge on cancer epidemiological data worldwide
  • Learn about screening methods in at-risk populations to diagnose cancerous lesions early
  • Recognize the environmental and occupational factors (mutagenic agents) that are directly and indirectly involved in cancer, and the carcinogenic capacity of some toxic substances found in food
  • Relate DNA AND RNA viruses known to cause cancer in humans
  • Expose the mechanisms by which viruses are able to subjugate the normal activity of host cytoplasmic proteins, affecting key points in the control of the cell cycle, cell growth and differentiation, causing severe alterations in cell growth and cancer development
  • Recognize the role of H. pylori bacteria in the pathogenesis of gastric cancer
  • Understand cancer as a genetic disease resulting from mutations that accumulate in genes that are critical for the growth and development of somatic cells
  • Describe the genes associated with cancer, and the importance of DNA analysis to identify individuals, detect predisposing gene polymorphisms, analyze mutations, and establish the diagnosis of cancer as a genetic disease
  • Recognize the susceptibility genes involved in breast, lung, thyroid, colon, skin, bone, pancreatic, and neuroblastoma cancers, and by what mechanism they participate in tumorigenesis
  • Know the symptoms and signs that are most frequently related to cancer, as well as the different systems for the staging of tumor disease and their importance
  • Recognize the characteristics of malignant neoplasms, their classification according a their histogenesis, as well as aspects related to their biological behavior
  • Acquire up-to-date knowledge on cancer epidemiological data worldwide
  • Learn about screening methods in at-risk populations to diagnose cancerous lesions early
  • Recognize the environmental and occupational factors (mutagenic agents) that are directly and indirectly involved in cancer, and the carcinogenic capacity of some toxic substances found in food
  • Relate DNA AND RNA viruses known to cause cancer in humans
  • Expose the mechanisms by which viruses are able to subjugate the normal activity of host cytoplasmic proteins, affecting key points in the control of the cell cycle, cell growth and differentiation, causing severe alterations in cell growth and cancer development
  • Recognize the role of H. pylori bacteria in the pathogenesis of gastric cancer
  • Understand cancer as a genetic disease resulting from mutations that accumulate in genes that are critical for the growth and development of somatic cells
  • Describe the genes associated with cancer, and the importance of DNA analysis to identify individuals, detect predisposing gene polymorphisms, analyze mutations, and establish the diagnosis of cancer as a genetic disease
  • Recognize the susceptibility genes involved in breast, lung, thyroid, colon, skin, bone, pancreatic, and neuroblastoma cancers, and by what mechanism they participate in tumorigenesis
  • Know the symptoms and signs that are most frequently related to cancer, as well as the different systems for the staging of tumor disease and their importance
  • The new world of Pediatric and Juvenile Neuropathology and its differences with the adult
  • Histomolecular Diagnosis of Medulloblastoma
  • Diagnosis of CNS Embryonal Tumors (former PNETs) Beyond the WHO 2016 Classification
  • Emerging Entities in the Molecular Classification of Central Nervous System (CNS) Tumors
  • Update on CNS Tumor Biomarkers (Adults and Children) CNS Pseudotumors
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Postgraduate Certificate in Childhood Cancer

Nowadays, childhood cancer represents one of the main causes of death in the pediatric population. That is why, increasingly, medicine is focusing on the study and treatment of this pathology. In this sense, TECH offers the Postgraduate Certificate in Childhood Cancer, a great opportunity for those medical professionals who wish to deepen their knowledge of this disease and offer a comprehensive approach to pediatric oncology patients. This online study program, without a doubt, is an excellent option to specialize in the area of pediatric oncology, as it provides quality theoretical and practical training in the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of pediatric cancer. In addition, the Postgraduate Certificate offers a comprehensive view of the various medical specialties involved in the treatment of the pediatric oncology patient, including oncology, hematology, radiology, surgery, pediatrics and Nursing, among others.

Stand out as an expert in pediatric cancer

This Postgraduate Certificate is aimed at physicians specializing in pediatrics, oncology, hematology, radiology, surgery, among others. Participants can acquire specific skills and knowledge that will enable them to improve their performance in the workplace, as well as improve the care and quality of life of pediatric oncology patients. TECH, as a leading university in distance education, offers a state-of-the-art online study methodology that guarantees comprehensive and up-to-date training. Students will have access to an online platform that will allow them to interact with the teaching team and other students, as well as to access didactic resources such as videos, presentations, recommended readings, discussion forums, evaluations and internships. The Postgraduate Certificate in Pediatric Cancer is an excellent opportunity for those medical professionals seeking to specialize in this area and offer a comprehensive approach to pediatric oncology patients. The knowledge acquired will allow participants to improve their work performance and provide quality care to patients and their families. Do not miss the opportunity to become an expert in childhood cancer with TECH!