TRAINING PROGRAMS

Oncology Pharmacy & Chemotherapy Admixing (Aseptic Compounding) Program

Additional Chemosafety Competence

This is a 17-module, CPD-based professional training program designed to strengthen safety, accuracy, and quality in chemotherapy preparation and oncology pharmacy practice.

The program is intentionally content-intensive and practice-focused, accommodating both pharmacists and pharmaceutical technologists without compromising professional depth.

CAPACITY BUILDING 

TIMELY GROWTH

QUALITY MENTORSHIP

EXCELLENCE & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

Why This Training Exists

Chemotherapy medicines are high-risk agents requiring advanced technical competence, strict aseptic practices, and embedded quality assurance systems. Errors at any stage — prescribing, verification, preparation, or handling — can result in serious patient harm and occupational exposure.

NHBC Training Institute was established to strengthen oncology pharmacy practice by developing professionals who build quality and safety into chemotherapy services from the start.



Who the Program Is Designed For

Pharmacists

  • Review and interpretation of chemotherapy treatment sheets
  • Dose verification and regimen validation
  • Quality assurance oversight in chemotherapy preparation
  • Risk assessment and error prevention

Regulatory and professional accountability

Pharmaceutical Technologists

  • Safe handling of cytotoxic medicines
  • Aseptic technique and contamination control
  • Chemotherapy preparation under supervision
  • Clean room operations and workflow discipline
  • Documentation and traceability

Program at a Glance

17 structured modules

CPD-accredited

Part of your Continuing Medical Education (CME) journey

Competency-based assessment

Hands-on practicum (1–2 weeks)

Focus on chemosafety & clean-room practice

Learning Outcomes

Safely handling and preparation of cytotoxic medicines

Aseptic compounding principles

Accurate Interpretation of chemo treatment sheets

Safe workflow within certified clean rooms

Improvement of treatment outcomes and patient safety

The Oncology Pharmacy & Chemotherapy Aseptic Compounding Program is offered as a CPD-accredited professional training course. To enhance accessibility for participants, tuition fees may be paid in three structured instalments.


Tuition Fee Breakdown

1st Instalment: KES 13,400

2nd Instalment: KES 13,400

3rd Instalment: KES 13,400


Total Course Fee: KES 40,200


Instalments are payable over a maximum period of three months, in accordance with the official proforma invoice issued to each participant


What the Course Fee Covers


The tuition fee includes:

  • Access to all 17 training modules
  • Participation in the competency examination
  • Course assessments and case studies
  • Academic support and mentorship
  • Issuance of CPD-compliant certification