Nursing Certificate Program (2026 update)
This curriculum equips nurses with the necessary knowledge to provide evidence-based nursing care to women with gynecological cancer and empowers them to advocate for women to achieve best possible health outcomes.
Description

The purpose of this program is to equip nurses with the necessary knowledge to provide evidence-based nursing care to women with gynecological cancer.

This curriculum is open to all involved in gynecological cancer health care, specifically nurses who are currently practicing, or have a strong desire to practice in gynecological oncology. The curriculum is for all levels of practicing nurses in low-, middle- and high-income countries.

If you are a physician, you are welcome to complete the program, and we highly encourage you to invite your nursing and multidisciplinary team members to participate. 

This program’s curriculum consists of 13 modules. 

  • Basics of Gynecologic Cancer 

  • Global Cancer Perspective and Gynecologic Cancer 

  • Cancer Treatment Planning: Patient and Clinician Factors 

  • Treatment 

  • Cervical Cancer 

  • Uterine/Endometrial Cancer 

  • Ovarian, Fallopian Tube and Peritoneal Cancer 

  • Vulvar Cancer 

  • Uncommon Cancers 

  • Survivorship and Quality of Life 

  • Palliative Care 

  • Clinical Trials and Research 

  • Nurses' Health and Wellbeing

2026 Update
The Nursing Certificate Program was originally launched in 2023. The 2026 update builds on that foundation and incorporates the treatment advances of recent years. 

If you completed the original certificate program, your certificate remains valid, and we encourage you to explore the updated content. 
Member Benefit
Nursing Certificate Program is an IGCS member benefit. Non-members (including Nurses, Resident, Fellows) may pay to enroll in the program. 

Not an IGCS member? Join IGCS today and be a part of the leading global society advancing gynecologic cancer care around the world. In addition to complimentary valuable educational resources and training opportunities, you will also be supporting the society’s mission to enhance the care of women with gynecologic cancer worldwide through education and training and public awareness. Click here to learn more about IGCS member benefits.
Summary
Availability:
On-Demand
Cost:
Member: $0.00
Nurse, Resident, Fellow: $0.00
Middle Income (Member): $0.00
Low Income (Member): $0.00
Middle Income (Non-Member): $40.00
Low Income (Non-Member): $0.00
Non-Member: $75.00
Advocate: Not Eligible
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