QOL E-Learning

There is growing evidence for the benefit of integrating patient-reported outcome (PRO) – and quality of life measures in clinical practice. However, so far the use of PRO data by health care professionals (HCPs) is mainly limited to study settings. In order to increase the uptake of EORTC HRQOL measures in clinical practice, methodological support and respective educational tools that are easily accessible are needed. Such e-learning material will contribute to training initiatives that promote the EORTC QOL approach to HRQOL measurement.

The aim of the project is to develop the content of an e-learning course for HCPs on the utilisation of EORTC QOL measures in clinical practice.

Phase 1 to compile information regarding possible content and preferred methos for the planned e-learning course has been completed.

Phase 2 Development of the course content

• All 11 chapters of the e-learning course have now been finalised
• First round of user experience evaluation of the course ongoing

36month duration until Feb. 2026, first extension until End of June 2026, application for further extension until End of September 2026

Development of the course content is finalised revisions after the first round of user evaluation have begun.

There is increasing proof that using patient feedback on their symptom burden and quality of life in healthcare can be very helpful. Feedback is assessed with patient-reported outcome (PRO) questionnaires. However, right now, healthcare professionals mostly use these PRO questionnaires only in scientific studies. To encourage more use of these questionnaires in everyday medical care, there needs to be better support and easy-to-access educational materials. An online learning course can help train healthcare professionals to better understand and use these PRO questionnaires developed by the EORTC.

The goal of this project is to create such an online course for healthcare professionals on how to use EORTC PRO questionnaires in their daily work with patients.