Kia ora! The overall aim of this course is appropriate for all learners who require comprehensive knowledge and skills in the administration routes of anti-cancer drugs to adult patients. 

ADAC provides standardised education for the safe administration of anti-cancer drugs and safe handling of hazardous drugs and related waste. The course consists of online learning and assessment and can be supported by a clinical skills workshop to consolidate theory to practice.

Competency assessments are used in your area to assess clinical skills by a designated senior person.

On completion you will be able to describe:

• Understanding how anti-cancer drugs work
• Treatment-related toxicities and management
• Reviewing anti-cancer protocols and prescriptions
• Patient education
  
• Patient assessment
  
• Administering anti-cancer drugs