Occupational Health Immunisation Update - In Person

Description

This one-day immunisation update is aimed at health professionals working in an Occupational Health capacity.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

• To understand the role and importance of Immunisation and vaccination

• To be able to explain the aims of immunisation, describe national policy and schedules and deal with variations to the schedule

• To understand the legal framework of Immunisation

• To understand the legal aspects of supply and administration of vaccines

COURSE CONTENTS

This course provides a comprehensive update in the following immunisations / vaccinations:

• Dip / Tet / Pertusis

• MMR

• Hepatitis A

• Hepatitis B

• TB (brief) Seperate 1 day course available

Varicella

• Influenza update

• Anaphylaxis

Plus:

• The legal frameworks of immunisation update and vaccinations

• PGD’s and PSD’s

• Technique / practical if needed

• Administration

• Capacity and Consent

• Record-keeping and reporting

• Strategies: improving immunisation rates

• Cold chain

• Documentation

• Contraindications

• Current Issues in Immunisation

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Occupational Health Staff, including Technicians and Nurses

Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance

Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded on completion. Accredited by Aim Qualifications (*Certificate £30) and CPD (*Certificate free)