Description
APHON-Sponsored Virtual Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Course is a comprehensive program developed by the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Program committee. This course is designed to provide the knowledge base required for licensed registered nurses to safely administer chemotherapy and biotherapy to children and adolescents with cancer.
Course Eligibility:
This course is open to any registered nurses. By purchasing this course, you confirm your eligibility. All registrations for this course must be received by 5pm Eastern Time on Friday, July 25, 2025.
Course Details
The APHON-Sponsored Virtual Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Course takes place over two, full-day live course sessions. Attendance is required for both days of the provider course, and participants are expected to be present and engaged in the learning sessions for the entirety of the course delivered via Zoom:
- Day 1: 07/30/2025, 10:00 am-7:30 pm Eastern Time
- Day 2: 07/31/2025 10:00 am-7:30 pm Eastern Time
Zoom information and a course agenda will be provided via email at least 3 business days prior to the start of your course.
For more information about the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Program, please visit our main Provider Page.
All participants are strongly encouraged to review the Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Participation Guide before the start of your course.
Course Integration: The course includes two days of instructional content provided via Zoom and 14 NCPD continuing education hours. It serves as an authoritative resource and training tool to assist nurses in their critical role in pediatric hematology/oncology nursing.
The required course textbook, The Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Curriculum, Fourth Edition (2019), must be purchased separately. Please purchase your textbook at least two weeks prior to the beginning of the course to ensure timely delivery.
If you are retaking the course and you already have the 4th edition curriculum book, you can purchase just the exam code by contacting education@aphon.org.
Please note: Completion of APHON Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Program indicates the individual has the knowledge required to administer pediatric chemotherapy and biotherapy but does not ensure clinical competence. Resources for measurement of clinical competence are provided in the curriculum.
Course Exam: Following purchase, the link to your exam will be available within the ACE Center by going to My APHON → ACE Center- My Courses from the Navigation Bar.
The course will become active following the second day of your course. You will have five (5) business days to complete the exam and course evaluation starting on Day 2 of your course. By completing the course and passing the exam, you are granted an APHON Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Status until December 31, 2027. All participants are allowed two attempts to achieve a passing score of 80% to earn their Provider Status.
This course contains 3 sections, each described as “lessons” within the course:
1. Terms, Conditions, and Exam code
2. Post-Course Exam (each participant receives two attempts to achieve a passing score)
3. Evaluation
All exam sections must be completed to receive your NCPD credits and Provider Card upcoming achieving a successful passing score of 80%.
If you require a time accommodation, please reach out to the Education Team at education@aphon.org at least 5 business days prior to the start of this course.
Association for Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 14513.
Return Policy and Invoicing
Policy: Once a book, course, or any virtual or downloadable product is purchased from the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON), all sales are final. APHON does not offer refunds, exchanges, or credits for any reason, including, but not limited to, change of mind, dissatisfaction with content, or purchasing error.
Invoicing for Bulk Orders: If you or your institution requires an invoice, please reach out to the Education Team at education@aphon.org for more information. Invoice requests for less than $500 will incur a $25 processing fee. Products and courses are not fulfilled and delivered until payment is received in full.
