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Our commitment to better cancer care starts with you.

We believe empowering our front-line clinical workforce is key to driving meaningful improvements in cancer care.

In partnership with our member health services and clinicians, WCMICS is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and fostering a culture of innovation.

Our primary purpose is to bring about system change within the cancer sector by providing expertise in the development and delivery of quality improvement and service redesign initiatives.

Our dedicated project leads play a pivotal role in supporting frontline staff. They help teams identify opportunities for improvement, navigate improvement methodologies, and provide ongoing guidance to ensure sustained success. From process mapping to outcome monitoring, we work alongside clinicians to turn challenges into opportunities.

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Image courtesy of Werribee Mercy Hospital, Mercy Health Services.

Meet our IGNITE mentees

The six-month, hands-on program is designed to support healthcare professionals in leading meaningful, frontline-driven improvements to cancer care.

Meet our inaugural IGNITE mentees

Workforce Quality Improvement Skills Program

WCMICS is proud to introduce our flagship Workforce Quality Improvement Skills Program.

Our comprehensive program is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the tools, knowledge, and networks to lead impactful changes in cancer care delivery.

Central to the program is our innovative QI-L6S curriculum, which integrates Lean Six Sigma principles with improvement science to provide a robust foundation for success.

The program encompasses three cornerstone initiatives:

Our Masterclass Series delivers targeted workshops that focus on building essential skills in improvement science, project management, and leadership. These sessions provide practical knowledge to tackle real-world healthcare challenges effectively.

Learn more about the Masterclass Series here.

Applications currently closed.

This 6-month placement offers hands-on coaching, personalised support, and real-world application. Participants gain the confidence and capability to transform innovative ideas into impactful solutions.

Learn more about IGNITE here.

ImproveHub is a collaborative online platform where participants connect with like-minded peers.

This community of practice (CoP) fosters knowledge-sharing, encourages collaboration, and supports the scaling of best practices across the sector.

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