Pediatric Oncology and Hematology Nursing

Nursing Specialization in Pediatric Oncology and Hematology

The Nursing Specialization course in Pediatric Oncology and Hematology aims to qualify professionals to care for children and adolescents with oncological diseases, as well as to provide care to families.

During the journey, the professional learns to identify the biological, psychosocial, and humanistic aspects related to cancer. This is the only specialization course focused on the qualification of nurses to work both in the areas of oncology and pediatric hematology

There are more than 456 hours of content, including theoretical activities and differentiated practical experience at the Institute for Children and Adolescents (iCR HCFMUSP). In the practical internship, students have the opportunity to bring theory to real life, improving the quality of the care provided. They also develop cognitive, technical, conceptual, communication, attitudinal, and ethical skills

By having the possibility of having contact with the patient's family, the student expands their experience, which contributes to even more holistic care. All courses and classes are guided by highly qualified teachers from the largest hospital in Latin America

Differentials

• The only course focused on training specialists to work both in the area of oncology and pediatric hematology;
• Theoretical, practical, didactic, scientific and analytical-reflective activities, using active methodologies for better learning;
• Internship camps with extended workload. Develop bone marrow transplant, intensive and outpatient care in inpatient units for an extended period of time, offering learning opportunities and strengthening cognitive, technical, critical and reflective skills
and decision-making;
• Students will be able to pass the central peripheral catheter (PICC) using ultrasound, as well as the manipulation and care of the different types of central catheters;
• Supervised visits to other oncology, hematology and blood centers to broaden the specialist's view;
• Renowned teachers, doctors, masters, and specialists from HCFMUSP.