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Allied Health Professionals

Allied Health Professionals are a diverse group of healthcare professionals that play an important role in cancer care and support.

What is an Allied Health Professional?

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Rebecca, diagnosed with tongue cancer

Types of Allied Health Professionals

  • Art therapists
  • Diagnostic radiographer
  • Dietitian
  • Drama therapist
  • Music therapist
  • Occupational therapist
  • Operating department practitioner
  • Orthoptist
  • Orthotist
  • Osteopath
  • Paramedic
  • Physiotherapist
  • Podiatrist
  • Prosthetist
  • Speech and language therapist
  • Therapeutic radiographer

How do I become an Allied Health Professional?

  • How do I become an Allied Health Professional in cancer care?
  • How do I become a Macmillan Allied Health Professional?

Stories from Allied Health Professionals

Resources and further support

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ACCEND Programme

The Aspirant Cancer Career and Education (ACCEND) Programme was developed to help AHPs to gain skills, knowledge and capabilities needed for oncology and cancer care.

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PRosPer programme

The PRosPer (Prehabilitation, rehabilitation and personalised care for people living with cancer) programme aims to support AHPs and the wider healthcare workforce in developing their skills on providing personalised care.

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The Cancer Professionals Podcast

Listen to our podcast where we interview a range of health and social care professionals to understand current issues faced by the cancer workforce.

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Mac Update is a quarterly e-newsletter for health and social care professionals who may not work in a Macmillan post, but are interested in our work and services.