Optional Preconference Programming

New PreConference In-Depth Education Offerings
Don't miss these special pre-conference educational programs. If you have not yet registered for Congress and would like to register for the conference as well as this special programming, click here. If you have already registered for Congress but want to now register for preconference programming, click here.

You can also complete section 2 or 3 of the downloadable Congress registration form.

ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course (click here for details)
ONS Radiation Therapy Course: (click here for details)
OCN^® Review: (click here for details) This course is full
AOCNP/AOCNS Review: (click here for details)
Pre-Congress Sessions: Choose from eight in-depth sessions tailored to oncology professionals like you. (click here for details)

ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course • April 26-27, 2005
More than 54,000 nurses have taken the ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course, one of the Society's most popular educational offerings. Designed to encourage consistency in chemotherapy administration, the course will be offered in conjunction with Congress. This two-day course will provide you with a comprehensive overview of chemotherapy and biotherapy.

Offering 16.2 continuing-education credits, the course focuses on the theoretical knowledge base needed to administer these treatments, including cellular kinetics, drug classifications, safe handling, administration, side effect management, and patient-education strategies. It also includes case studies relating to the theoretical principles. Attendees will receive a copy of Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice. Those who successfully complete the course and a post test receive a personalized ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Card that demonstrates they've taken the course and have the knowledge necessary to administer chemotherapy and biotherapy. The card is valid for two years and can be renewed by completing an independent study that includes updates on new drugs, administration techniques, and other practice issues.

Complete the appropriate area of section 2 on the downloadable Congress registration form.

Tuition includes detailed handout materials as well as breakfast, lunch, coffee, and water on both days of the course. Cost: ONS members-$299; Nonmembers-$395

ONS Radiation Therapy Course • April 27, 2005
At some point, 60% of patients with cancer will receive radiation treatment to manage their disease. This means that as an oncology nurse, you need comprehensive, up-to-date information on caring for these patients. The ONS Radiation Therapy Course is designed to provide just that.

This one-day course--offering 8.4 continuing-education credits--will benefit both inpatient and ambulatory-care nurses.

Topics that will be addressed include principles of radiation therapy, new radiation treatment modalities, and side effect management. Whether you're new to radiation therapy or an experienced nurse looking for a comprehensive review of the topic, the ONS Radiation Therapy Course will have something for you.

The Manual for Radiation Oncology Nursing Practice and Education (3rd ed.) will serve as the required text for the course and is included in your registration fee.

Tuition includes detailed handout materials as well as breakfast, lunch, coffee, and water on the day of the course. Cost: ONS members-$165; Nonmembers- $260

OCN^® Review • April 26, Noon-5 pm and April 27, 8 am-5 pm This course is full.
Preparing for the OCN^® certification examination can be nerve-wracking, but this comprehensive review course will help you set your mind at ease. Spend this time with your colleagues who are also getting ready to take the test. Presenters will base the course on the examination blueprint. Plus, you'll also get study tips and test-taking strategies and have the opportunity to network with other certification candidates.

If you're working toward your credential, you don't want to miss this in-depth review of the information you'll see on the examination. Attendees will receive 14 continuing-education credits upon completion of the course.

Course tuition includes detailed handout materials, lunch, coffee, and water on both days and breakfast on April 27.

Cost: ONS members-$299; Nonmembers-$395

AOCNP/AOCNS Review • April 26, Noon-5 pm and April 27, 8 am-5 pm
This course is the first review related to oncology advanced practice nursing that addresses the differentiation of oncology APN practice as identified in the most current role-delineation study. The overall objective of the review is to help oncology APNs prepare for the AOCNS and AOCNP examinations. Speakers will address commonalities in oncology APN practice as well as specific content related to the clinical nurse specialist and nurse practitioner role in breakout sessions. This review will focus on the APN role in cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis and staging, treatment, psychosocial aspects, oncologic emergencies, end-of-life care, and research utilization. The separate NP portion will emphasize professional practice, coordination of care, symptom management (including the challenges of comorbidity and toxicity management), and the APN's role in working with those at risk for hereditary cancers. The CNS breakout will emphasize professional practice, coordination of care (including case management), and symptom management and will review the additional roles of the CNS-educator, consultant, and administrator. Attendees will receive 14 continuing-education credits upon completion of the course.

Course tuition includes detailed handout materials, lunch, coffee, and water on both days and breakfast on April 27.

Complete the appropriate area of section 2 on the downloadable Congress registration form.

Cost: ONS members-$299; Nonmembers-$395