Delivering Safe and Effective Adult CAR T-Cell Therapy

Delivering Safe and Effective Adult CAR T-Cell Therapy
Online 5.5 CPD hours From £299+VAT
Online Course, 5.5 CPD hours
Wed 18 Mar 2026 09:00-15:50

Take one day to focus on delivering the best care for patients undergoing CAR T-Cell therapy

Join Charina Ocampo, Lead CNS for Cellular Therapies and your CNS, haematology and oncology colleagues, for this online and interactive workshop designed to boost your confidence and deepen your understanding of the complexities of adult CAR T-Cell therapy. Through case-based learning and engaging discussions, you will leave this workshop with the practical knowledge and skills to enhance your clinical practice and support patients effectively throughout their treatment journey.

Evidence-based approaches

Enhance your knowledge and improve your practice with expertly led, structured NHS learning

Get ahead of the times and equip your team with actionable insights to treat and support your patients. Leave this workshop with the skills to: 

  • Understand the foundations and current indications of CAR T-Cell therapy 
  • Streamline your referral service and perform model follow up procedures with effective MDT coordination
  • Deliver CAR T-Cell therapy safely through early toxicity recognition, monitoring and escalation
  • Look at what’s next: discover upcoming indications, such as use in autoimmune disease
  • Plan robust post-discharge care, with structured follow-up and shared-care pathways that support patients and referring centres

5.5 hours CPD

Developed with convenience in mind. Join remotely and equip yourself with practical tools to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of CAR T-Cell therapy. Key features: 

  • Facilitated interactive discussions to strengthen your communication, emotional support and clinical strategies
  • Dedicated Q&A time with the course leader to tackle your specific challenges
  • Case-based learning that translates the science into day-to-day practice
  • Peer exchange: learn how other NHS teams are organising their CAR T services
  • Live, interactive format with polls, breakout discussions and scenario walk-throughs

In-house training

Available as bespoke training to teams of 25 or more people. Please do contact us if you would like this course delivered exclusively to your team, with the content developed to drill into the specific needs of your service. Please email Sarah Kemm or call 01732 897788 for further details.

Learning & development

Oncology National Networking Forums are pleased to be featured as part of the ACCEND Framework

The ePortfolio platform is available via the Greater Manchester Cancer Academy and supports professional development in cancer care.

This forum and all of our events are mapped to the ACCEND Framework and can be recorded in the ACCEND ePortfolio to help you evidence your learning, reflections and competencies.

To find out more, click on the ACCEND Framework tab.

9:00
Join, tech support and opportunity to network in your meeting room
9:30
Course leader opening remarks and introductions
Charina Ocampo, Lead CNS for Cellular Therapies for NHS Adult, TYA and Private Patients, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Fundamentals of CAR T-Cell therapy
9:40
Understanding the practicalities of CAR T-Cell therapy
  • Explore which cancers are currently treated with licensed CAR T-Cell therapy
  • Understand the fundamentals and science behind CAR T-Cell therapy
  • Case study: overview and insight into the typical patient pathway
10:20
Questions and answers with your course leader
10:30
Interactive discussion: Navigating treatment options and patient expectations
  • How do you discuss alternative options to CAR T-Cell (such as trials) with patients and their families?
  • How do you currently ensure patients and their families understand the treatment plan? What tools do you have to help you?
  • How do you approach setting realistic expectations with families in a compassionate way?
10:50
Feedback from interactive discussion: Navigating treatment options and patient expectations
11:00
Screen break
Patient eligibility, MDT work-up and streamlined referrals
11:10
Identifying the right patient: eligibility, timing and MDT decision-making
  • Understanding the adult eligibility criteria, clinical considerations and social support requirements
  • Exploring when to consider trials for the best patient outcome
  • Considering the role of the CNS in coordinating assessment and product selection
  • Product selection in adult services: what is available now and what drives the choice?
11:50
Case study: Applying clinical insights in practice
  • Overview of patient background: presenting features, history and any diagnostic challenges
  • Exploring processes behind MDT decision-making: eligibility, timing, product choice or trial referral
  • Navigating barriers to a successful CAR T-Cell therapy journey
12:10
Questions and answers with your course leader
12:20
Lunch break
Safe delivery of CAR T-Cell therapy and inpatient management
12:50
Delivering CAR T-Cell safely: managing toxicity, monitoring and escalation
  • Recognising and responding to common toxicities in adults
  • Early recognition and considerations for monitoring common side effects
  • Treatment options: what are suitable interventions for toxicity management?
  • Clear escalation pathways, including when to involve ICU, neurology and consultants
1:30
Questions and answers with your course leader
1:40
Interactive discussion: Creating a safe and supportive patient pathway
  • How do you support adults with weak or absent support networks at home?
  • What systems do you currently have to minimise risk once patients leave hospital?
  • What challenges have you faced when patients struggle with toxicity or anxiety?
2:00
Feedback from interactive discussion: Creating a safe and supportive patient pathway
2:10
Screen break
Referral pathways, discharge planning and long-term follow-up
2:20
Building a streamlined referral pathway and patient follow up plan
  • Ensuring clear communication pathways between treatment and referring centres
  • Managing complications collaboratively between treatment and referring centres
  • Importance of clarifying long term responsibilities and emphasising continuity of care
  • Navigating the transition from specialist centre back into the community and shared care
3:00
Questions and answers with your course leader
The future of CAR T-Cell therapy
3:10
Mapping out what is on the horizon for CAR T-Cell therapy
  • Exploring upcoming indications, including autoimmune diseases
  • Understanding how services can prepare for continued rising demand
  • Anticipating next-generation products and delivery models
3:30
Questions and answers with your course leader
3:40
Interactive discussion: Embedding learning into practice
  • Share how you will implement holistic care that addresses clinical and emotional needs for patients and families into your practice
  • How will you take your learning back into your team, MDT meetings and staff training?
  • How will your new understanding of CAR T-Cell therapy improve your service?
3:50
Close of day

Meet your course leader

Receive expert guidance from your workshop leader at this unique training day packed with examples of best practice, novel ideas and expert advice: 

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Charina Ocampo

Lead CNS for Cellular Therapies for NHS Adult, TYA and Private Patients
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Pricing structure

  • £399+VAT - for one NHS or Public Sector place
  • £299+VAT - per place for two or more NHS or Public Sector places
  • Commercial companies are invited to sponsor this day. Please email Sarah Kemm for further details.

Stretch your NHS training budget further

At SBK Healthcare, we understand how important it is to invest in staff development across a range of specialties. To help you maximise your budget, we offer NHS group discounts that can be applied across one or multiple events.

If you’re interested in making a group booking - whether for a single course or several different events - please email Nichola Cadwallader or call Nichola on 01732 897788 to discuss the best options for your team.

Associations and networks

If you belong to an alliance, association or network please email Nichola Cadwallader to see how we can work together on a mutually beneficial basis. 

You can reserve a no-obligation place whilst you apply for funding.

If your funding has not yet been secured or you would like to hold your place with no obligation whilst waiting for your study leave to be approved, you can reserve your place with us. Please email the reservations team at SBK Healthcare with your details:

  • Booking contact: name, job title, department, email and telephone number
  • Event(s) to reserve for: title and date
  • Delegate details (for each delegate): name, job title, department, email and telephone number
  • Organisation details: name and address

Alternatively you can make a confirmed booking by emailing the above information to the bookings team.

Once you have booked your place, SBK Healthcare will correspond with you using the email address you provided at the time of booking. Within one week of the online training taking place, you will be sent final details of the course including a full agenda, programme timings and your Zoom joining instructions. This email will include a joining link that can be used to access the course.

If you have not received your email two days before your event, do check your junk folder then contact SBK Healthcare on 01732 897788.

Practice sessions are available. If you would like to attend a zoom practice session before the event takes place, please let us know by emailing bookings@sbk-healthcare.co.uk. You will have the opportunity to meet an SBK Healthcare staff member who will ensure you are able to access zoom, that your camera and microphone work and you are fully set-up for the day. This is optional but if you do wish to attend, please use the same device that you plan to use on the day.

On the day, when registration starts, you will be able to join the course by initially entering a waiting room when there may be a short wait. The forum will include screen breaks, as well as topic themed interactive sessions which will take place in the breakout rooms.

Click here to view the specially created 5-minute video that will walk you through how to get the most out of attending your SBK Healthcare interactive online forum.

Certification of attendance

A certificate for Continuing Professional Development will be given to every fully registered participant who completes the course, as a record of your continuing professional training and development.

Registration fees

You will be sent an instant payment option or invoice on registration. Your payment is required in advance. If your fee has not been received prior to the event, and you are not able to provide a PO or proof of payment, you will be asked to make a credit or debit card payment on the day.

Modify registration

To let us know if your details are not correct when you have already registered, please email the bookings team.

Cancellations and substitutions

A full refund of fees will be made only for cancellations received within the first 48 hours of the booking being made. Notice of cancellation must be received in writing by emailing the bookings team at SBK Healthcare. Should you need to cancel your registration after this date, the registration fee remains payable in its entirety although a substitution will be accepted and conference documentation will be provided. Substitution attendees for delegates unable to attend after registering are acceptable at any time.

Event changes

It may be necessary for reasons beyond the control of the conference organisers to alter the content, speakers or the timing of the programme. We will endeavor to keep you abreast of such changes but any unavoidable change to the format will not constitute a reason to refund the fee. Should the event be postponed, we will endeavor to reschedule the event. If, for reasons beyond the control of the conference organiser, the event is cancelled, a full refund will be made. We do not accept any liability for any incurred costs resulting from a postponement or cancellation.

Privacy notice

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Expected attendees

This online training course is ideal for NHS professionals involved in the care of patients undergoing treatment, who need to develop their knowledge in CAR T-Cell therapy. We welcome attendance from, but not limited to:

  • Cellular Therapies Clinical Nurses and Nurse Specialists 
  • Haematology and Oncology Nurses and Clinical Nurse Specialists
  • Consultant Haematologist
  • Consultant Oncologist
  • MDT Coordinators

Past attendee feedback

This CPD training course follows on from previous successful oncology training days, including: Introduction to Immuno-Oncology in Practice which took place online in November 2025 and was described as ‘excellent’ and ‘very informative’. Hear how other attendees have benefitted from shared experiences and guided presentations:

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"I have loved this opportunity. I am very new to acute oncology with so much to learn, so this has been perfect"
- Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, Introduction to Immuno-Oncology in Practice, November 2025
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“I learnt so much and have much to contemplate"
- North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, Introduction to Immuno-Oncology in Practice, November 2025
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“Excellent overview”
- Haukeland University Hospital, Introduction to Immuno-Oncology in Practice, November 2025
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“Very informative, great forum to discuss the challenges that we currently face and how different SACT units are working to overcome them”
- The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Boosting Capacity in your Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) Service, June 2025
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“I found this session today extremely helpful in terms of understanding how the immunotherapies work and how to treat the toxicities effectively"
- University Hospitals of Derby & Burton, Introduction to Immuno-Oncology in Practice, November 2025
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“This day has been informative. I have enjoyed it so much”
- Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, Immuno-Oncology Service Delivery: Capacity Management, Leeds, July 2025
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“Very relevant to the needs of our department, especially with the growing population of patients receiving immunotherapy”
- South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Immuno-Oncology Service Delivery: Capacity Management, Leeds, July 2025

About the ACCEND Framework

The ACCEND Framework is designed to enhance cancer care by providing a structured approach to education and professional development for healthcare professionals.

  • It defines the essential Cancer Capabilities in Practice (CiPs) and offers a tailored educational structure to support progression at every stage of a cancer care career.
  • Launched in January 2023, the framework aims to transform career pathways and improve training and development opportunities across the cancer workforce.
  • It provides access to the education and training needed to meet role-specific competencies and includes dedicated resources for nurses, allied health professionals and those in cancer-related support roles.
  • The ACCEND Framework delivers a nationally agreed career and education structure underpinned by clearly defined capabilities in practice.

Map your learning

All Oncology National Networking Forum courses listed on the ACCEND Greater Manchester ePortfolio are fully aligned with the ACCEND Framework.

You can easily log your attendance and map your learning to the Cancer Capabilities in Practice (CiPs) through the ACCEND Greater Manchester ePortfolio.

To do this:

  • Register and log in to the Greater Manchester ePortfolio
  • Click ‘Add Entry’
  • Select 'Choose an item from the library'
  • Change the provider to Oncology National Networking Forums
  • Choose the relevant event you have attended (or plan to attend)

This tool offers a central space to track your professional development, reflections and achievements - supporting your ongoing career in cancer care.

Click here to access the Greater Manchester ePortfolio


Sponsorship engagement

Our role at SBK Healthcare is to bring industry together with healthcare professionals so that you can educate and inform your audience. These trail-blazing oncology delivery forums offer dedicated presentations, Q&A, networking and discussion time, each sponsor will be fully immersed into the event and able to effectively engage with your NHS audience.

Your event, managed by us

SBK Healthcare also provides in-house forums. Working closely with you as the client we can research, produce, market and deliver the conference or online forum that best suits the audience and meets your goals.

Reach out today

If you would like more information on our sponsorship options an in-house forum or if you wish to discuss your needs and what solutions may be appropriate for your business, please contact:

Sarah Kemm
Contact: 01732 897788
Email: sarah.kemm@sbk-healthcare.co.uk