Nursing Extramural Programs
Developed under the leadership of Barbara Summers, Ph.D., vice president and chief nursing officer, and by the Department of Nursing Extramural Programs, diverse learning opportunities for nurses are described below.
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About Nursing Extramural Programs
Nursing Education Outreach
The Nursing Education Outreach Program (NEO) shares oncology nursing excellence with the community of nurses around the world. The program provides continuing educational opportunities for nurses by designing, facilitating and evaluating customized educational and observational learning experiences. The program carries out the mission of M. D. Anderson and promotes excellence in oncology nursing through educational collaboration and consultation with our global colleagues.
e-Learning
The e-Learning Development Team, composed of instructional designers, graphic artists, multimedia developers and content developers, designs and delivers technology-based educational programs. The programs are used as stand-alone learning modules or may be combined with classroom training as a blended learning approach. Methods of delivery include intranet/Internet, television, DVD and/or CD. Through the use of modern technology, the e-Learning team is able to provide flexible learning opportunities to a large number of nursing employees throughout the institution, as well as to our global learning partners.
Professional Education for Prevention and Early Detection
The Professional Education for Prevention and Early Detection (PEPED) program is designed to educate diverse groups of healthcare professionals. The professionals teach state-of-the-science practice and research in cancer prevention and early detection methodologies. Unique learning experiences are provided to nurses, nurse practitioners, primary care physicians, physician assistants and other healthcare professionals who want to develop or enhance their skills in cancer prevention, screening and early detection. Classroom sessions, e-learning opportunities, and simulated/standardized clinical practice prepare healthcare professionals to return to their hospitals and practices equipped to provide high-quality, evidence-based prevention, screening and early detection services.
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