Cancer Education Programs - Facilitator Training

The Cancer Education Programs (CEP) are group based supportive care and education programs developed for those affected by cancer, their carers, families and friends. The programs provide information, education, practical strategies and the opportunity for participants to connect with others affected by cancer.

This interactive online one-day course trains facilitators to deliver both the Managing Cancer and Cancer Wellness programs to small groups of patients, carers and families affected by cancer. The session will include guest presenters, interactive discussions and activites. Presentation slides, workbook and a CEP Faciliator Manual will be supplied.

Learning outcomes:

• Understand the key concepts and benefits of the CEPs.
• Recognise adult learning principles and key micro-facilitation techniques to enhance program delivery.
• Appreciate the value of effective collaboration with a co-facilitator in delivering CEPs.
• Build confidence in delivering a CEP using available resources.
• Identify CEP resources to support recruitment strategies and effective community outreach​.

Once you complete training you will be endorsed as a Cancer Council Victoria CEP facilitator.​​​

CEP facilitators are able to deliver the Cancer Council Victoria Cancer Education Programs within their health service and are supported by Cancer Council Victoria through program resources, tools and templates, access to the online platform, mentoring and de-briefing, monthly communication and professional development. Professional development include annual program planning workshops, the Education and Training showcase and masterclasses which are tailored to cover specific topics, concerns, challenges and updating of skills for facilitators.

Feedback from training:

Really well facilitated, allowing engaging conversations with all participants.

It made me think about things I would not normally consider when running groups, such as the use of communication styles and tools, and how to manage participants who may present challenging group dynamics.

Feedback about the program:

This is one of the best programs I have been involved with and I am grateful for the support and training opportunities. We feel very supported and the Cancer Council VIC staff are amazing to work with. CEP Faciliator, WDHS

Important information:

1. Cancer Council Victoria requires both the course attendee and their health service to agree to the roles and responsibilities outlined in these Terms and Conditions before the attendee can be trained as a Cancer Education Programs facilitator. By enrolling in this course we confirm you agree to the terms and conditions outlined.
2. The training course is available for Health Professionals aiming to host CCV CEP sessions within Victoria only. Please contact us at cep@cancervic.org.au if you have any questions before you register.

Cancellations & refunds

If you are unable to attend the training, you may wish to proceed with one of the following 3 options:

1. Transfer into next training at no additional charge. To do so, you must provide written notification to cep@cancervic.org.au at least 14 days prior to the training date. We will inform you about the next available dates.

2. Nominate a substitute participant in your place in the training at no additional charge. To do so, both you (the registrant) and the nominated substitute must provide written notification to cep@cancervic.org.au at least 14 days prior to the training date.

3. Cancel your registration in writing to cep@cancervic.org.au and cancellation policy below will apply:

• You may cancel your registration up to 14 days before the training date. You will receive a refund of the ticket price minus Eventbrite ticketing fees.
• No refund if cancellation is received less than 14 days from the training start time.

The training requires a minimum number of participants in order to run. In instances where the minimum number is not reached, Cancer Council Victoria reserves the right to cancel the course. The training fees will be fully refunded in the event of such cancellation.

Privacy information

By registering for the Cancer Education Program Facilitator Training, you have provided Cancer Council Victoria with certain personal information about you (such as your name, contact details, and details of your participation).

We will use and disclose your personal information to tailor our courses for you, communicate with you about the program, and evaluate our programs (for the purpose of your participation in this training) which may include sharing it with third parties, such as training partners or funding bodies for evaluation and customisation of the program.

CCV’s privacy policy and collection statement contains general information about how we will handle and hold your personal information, and how you can contact us to seek to access or correct your personal information or make a complaint. You should review this privacy policy and collection statement to ensure you are fully informed about these matters.

For further information about this event please contact cep@cancervic.org.au