Patient navigators build relationships, help clients overcome barriers and increase access to important care, such as hereditary cancer screening. This course provides an in-depth look at the referral process for hereditary cancer screening and genetic testing. You will hear case studies shared by experts in both urban and rural sites on common challenges and success stories.
Whether you are a program manager looking to build or improve your hereditary cancer referral process or a patient navigator looking to build on your skills, this course is for you.
Brought to you by the Cancer Prevention Control Research Network (CPCRN), part of the Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center (RMPRC). Special thanks to the the significant contributions of the statewide Steering Committee members who have generously shared their knowledge and perspectives to inform this training.
Recommended courses for additional learning on hereditary cancer
- Hereditary Cancer 101 to learn about family health history and genetic testing basics.
- Hereditary Cancer: Communication and Psychosocial Distress for an in-depth look at communication skills around hereditary cancer screening.
In this course, you will learn to:
- Understand the challenges in hereditary cancer risk identification and referral.
- Describe the role of patient navigators in supporting hereditary cancer referrals.
- Apply strategies to improve access, equity, and efficiency in hereditary cancer screening.
- Identify evaluation methods to measure uptake and understanding who is being served.
Time Required
1.5 hours
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