Health professions education

High-quality education and training programs for the full spectrum of health professionals involved with cancer care are central to achieving improvements in cancer control in all parts of the world. There is a logical and evidence-based approach to curriculum design, program implementation, and evaluation that will likely result in successful outcomes. This chapter suggests an optimal approach to curriculum design and gives examples of constructive health professions educational interventions in the global setting, with a focus on socioeconomically disadvantaged regions. Current challenges for oncology health professions education are outlined. Opportunities for improving educational and hence cancer patient outcomes through policy, educational advocacy, and resource sharing are discussed. The possibilities arising from the digital educational revolution in the setting of oncology health professions education are highlighted.