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Recent technological developments in radiation oncology are rapidly changing working practices. Knowledge and practical skills are necessary to safely and effectively apply advanced technologies in clinical practice. With this in mind, three postgraduate professional development courses are currently offered

VMAT TREATMENT PLANNING ONLINE COURSE

During this half-year state-of-the-art course the participant will acquire comprehensive knowledge and skills in the field of Treatment Planning (TP) for Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) and Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR). Remote online learning, which includes interactive group sessions, is combined with one-week of intensive face-to-face learning on the Haarlem campus. This week can also be taken as a stand-alone course (see below).

RESEARCH METHODS ONLINE COURSE

Research is an essential part of healthcare. It provides evidence for national and international guidelines, and ultimately improves the quality of health care. This full semester online course provides an introduction to healthcare research.

IMAGE GUIDED RADIATION THERAPY ONLINE COURSE

During this course of half a year will acquire comprehensive knowledge and skills necessary to understand the key concepts of Image-Guided Radiation Therapy and accurately deliver radiation treatments. Remote online learning, which includes interactive group sessions, is combined with one-week of intensive face-to-face learning on the Haarlem campus.

VMAT TREATMENT PLANNING HANDS-ON COURSE

During this intensive one-week course the participant will acquire state-of-the-art knowledge and skills in the field of Treatment Planning (TP) for Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) and Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR). This course is the core module of the six-month online/hands-on IMRT TP course, but can also be taken separately. It is given in collaboration with companies who market the treatment planning systems used during the course. The aim is an intensive course with optimum interaction between students and teachers. For this reason the number of participants is restricted.

IMAGE GUIDED RADIATION THERAPY HANDS-ON COURSE

During this one-week course the participant will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the key concepts of Image-Guided Radiation Therapy and accurately deliver radiation treatments. The course will be given in collaboration with companies providing IGRT solutions. This course is the core part from a comprehensive IGRT educational program, but can be taken separately.