Target level of study
Master's degree
Training structure
School of Pharmacy
Language(s) of instruction
French
Presentation
Pharmacology applied to oncology, from the development of anticancer drugs to patient support.
Pharmacology in oncology is constantly evolving, offering oncologists and, above all, patients undergoing treatment an ever-increasing range of therapeutic innovations. For several years now, the course of cancer treatment has been changed by the rise of oral therapies. Dispensed at pharmacies and administered at home by patients, these oral therapies have numerous side effects and require optimal support to ensure their effectiveness and, above all, their safety.
This University Diploma in Oncology Pharmacology responds to strong demand from professionals in the sector (continuing education) and future graduates (initial training) who are looking for technical and practical training to ensure safe cancer care pathways.
Acquire knowledge of clinical oncology and pharmacology (from biology to treatments) and apply it to patient care. This university diploma program offers a core curriculum required for all participants, followed by a choice of two tracks: Track 1: Community Pharmacy and Track 2: Industrial Hospital.
The advantages of the training program
As part of the 1 pharmacy program, the university diploma allows you to obtain the necessary training to support and provide colorectal cancer screening kits to patients, in collaboration with the Occitanie Regional Colorectal Cancer Screening Center (CRCDC).
Objectives
- Conduct pharmaceutical interviews to provide personalized information and advice to patients undergoing cancer treatment.
- Support patients in managing the adverse effects of treatment.
- Analyze the treatment strategy to optimize the patient's care pathway.
- Assist the oncologist in tailoring patient care.
- Support patients and healthcare teams in managing the side effects of treatments.
Program
- 1 academic year.
- Face-to-face teaching, in the form of a monthly 2-day module (Monday and Tuesday) by professionals in the field (oncologist, pharmacologist, hospital pharmacist, community pharmacist, patient partner, advanced practice nurse, etc.).Optimize training according to participants' expectations with a core curriculum in oncology pharmacology and an option (either hospital or retail pharmacy, left to the participant's choice). At the Faculty of Pharmacy site.
PROGRAM
COMMON CORE CURRICULUM (65 hours)
The biology of cancer, from carcinogenesis to cancer biomarkers
Pharmacokinetics of anticancer drugs: Pharmacokinetics and PK/PD relationship. Drug interactions (allopathic and complementary therapies)
Toxicity of oncology treatments: Drug-induced iatrogenesis in oncology. Skin toxicity. Cardiotoxicity. Immuno-toxicity.
Anti-cancer drugs: Chemotherapy, Hormone therapy, Targeted therapies, Immunotherapies, Combination: ADC, TO+IV, Innovative drugs and biotherapies, Radiopharmaceuticals.
Types of cancer and their treatment: Breast cancer, Digestive cancers, Lung cancer, Skin cancer, Prostate cancer, Onco-hematology, Oncology emergencies.
The drug journey: from research to delivery:
- Clinical research, drug distribution (rebates, early access, etc.)
- Care pathway: patient support and city-hospital liaison (Pharmacist and IPA)
- Oncogeriatrics
- Pharmacovigilance in oncology
- Patient Partnership: from clinical research to support
- Supportive care: general information, clinical case, and focus on nutrition
COURSE 1 - DISPENSING PHARMACY
- Patient journey from hospital to city:
- Personalized care plan, care procedures, follow-up procedures, support, etc.
- Managing side effects in pharmacies: tools and guides
- Pharmaceutical consultations in pharmacies: from theory to practice
Training conducted in partnership with community pharmacists and patient partners (10 hours)
PATH 2 - HOSPITAL and INDUSTRY
- Isotechnology and production area, robotization, standard dose, good manufacturing practices
- Pharmacological therapeutic follow-up
- Pharmacogenetics of anticancer drugs
- New methods of administering anticancer drugs (PIPAC, chemoembolization, SC)
Admission
Admission requirements
Applications:
Send your resume and cover letter to pharma-du- @ umontpellier.fr between September 15 and November 15, without fail.
Incomplete or late applications will not be processed.
Target audience
COURSE 1 DISPENSING PHARMACY
Initial training
- Pharmacy students from the 6th year onwards (DFASP2 validated).
Continuing education
- Licensed pharmacists, other pharmacy professionals (minimum bachelor's degree) based on review of application.
CAREER PATH 2 HOSPITAL and INDUSTRY
Initial training
- Pharmacy students from the 6th year onwards (DFASP2 validated) and pharmacy interns, medical interns.
Continuing education
- Hospital or industrial pharmacist, General practitioner or specialist, Other healthcare professionals including pharmaceutical industry employees, Pharmacy technician, Patient partner or expert
And after
Continuing studies abroad
No.