Oncology Nursing Pharmacology Curriculum: Biotherapy

This course provides an in-depth introduction to biotherapy as a cancer treatment modality. Learners will define biotherapy and understand its primary goals in oncology. The course explores the two main mechanisms by which biotherapy combats cancer. Learners will review key components of innate and adaptive immunity and become familiar with various types of biotherapies, including their roles and applications in clinical practice.

Target Audience

This CNE course is designed for nurses caring for patients receiving Biotherapy treatments.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: 

  • Define biotherapy and the goal of biotherapy
  • Describe the two main mechanisms of biotherapy in treating cancer
  • List different types of biotherapy
  • Review Innate and Adaptive immunity

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.36 ANCC
  • 0.36 Attendance
Course opens: 
07/21/2025
Course expires: 
07/21/2026
Cost:
$25.00
Part of: 
Oncology Nursing Pharmacology Curriculum

This course will be presented via a self-guided online interactive module. 

Faculty/Content Authors

Clayton Irvine, Pharm.D., R.Ph., MBA
Pharmacy Senior Manager
Pharmacy Cancer Care Unit
Supervisor of Pharmacy Oncology Treatment Center Tech
Pharmacy Oncology Treatment Center
Department of Pharmacy
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Ashley Walter, Pharm.D., R.Ph.
Pharmacist
St. Marys Hospital Dec Pharmacy
Pharmacy Services Unit
Department of Pharmacy
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Course Directors

Denise Rismeyer, DNP, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
Director of Continuing Nursing Education
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Roxanna M. Holper, MS, RN
Nursing Education Specialist - Cancer Center Quality Program
Instructor in Nursing, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Department of Nursing
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Credit Statements 

ANCC 
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.36 ANCC contact hours.  

Other Healthcare Professionals 
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations. 

Available Credit

  • 0.36 ANCC
  • 0.36 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$25.00
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