Course Overview:The "Foundations of Immunisation and Vaccines" course is designed to provide healthcare professionals, public health workers, and individuals interested in immunisation with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and importance of immunisation and vaccines. This course covers various aspects of immunisation, including vaccine development, administration, safety, and the role of vaccines in preventing infectious diseases. Course Duration:2 days (18 hours) Course Content:By the end of the course, participants will be able to:The named practitioner has attended an immunisation and vaccines training course in line with the National Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Immunisation Training for Registered Healthcare Practitioners:1. Able to explain the aims of immunisation and describe national vaccine policy and schedules2. Able to explain the immune response to vaccines and describe how vaccines provide protection3. Able to describe and recognise the main features of vaccine preventable diseases and the nature and frequency of their acute and long-term complications4. Has knowledge of the different types of vaccines used5. Knows about relevant and current issues/controversies in immunisation6. Can effectively communicate with patients, parents, carers and others about immunisation7. Understands the legal aspects of immunisation8. Follows correct procedures for storage and handling of vaccines9. Able to reconstitute and administer vaccines correctly10. Able to manage anaphylaxis and other adverse events appropriately11. Correctly documents and reports all vaccines given12. Able to identify and implement strategies for improving vaccine uptake Course Objectives:Understand the principles of immunisation: Familiarise yourself with the immune response, immunity types (active and passive), and the concept of herd immunity.Learn about vaccine types and components: Gain knowledge about different types of vaccines, including live attenuated, inactivated, subunit, and conjugate vaccines, as well as vaccine components like adjuvants and preservatives.Acquire skills in vaccine administration: Develop hands-on skills in safely and accurately administering vaccines through various routes, including intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.Recognize vaccine-preventable diseases: Understand the diseases that can be prevented through vaccination, their epidemiology, and the impact of vaccines on disease incidence.Address vaccine safety and adverse events: Learn about vaccine safety monitoring systems, common vaccine side effects, and strategies for managing adverse events.Understand vaccine schedules and catch-up immunization: Familiarise yourself with vaccination schedules, catch-up immunisation guidelines, and strategies for optimising vaccine coverage.Develop effective communication strategies: Learn communication techniques to address vaccine hesitancy, provide accurate information to patients and caregivers, and address common misconceptions.Ethical considerations and public health impact: Explore ethical issues related to informed consent, patient autonomy, and the importance of vaccination in preventing disease outbreaks and protecting vulnerable populations. Assessment and Certification:Participants will undergo practical skills assessments, written assessments, and potentially role-playing scenarios to evaluate their understanding and competence. Successful completion will lead to a certification of achievement in "Foundations of Immunisation and Vaccines."Note: This course overview is a general guideline and can be customised to suit specific local requirements and preferences, therefore, we recommend that you contact us to discuss your requirements prior to making a booking.

Course Overview:
The "Foundations of Immunisation and Vaccines" course is designed to provide healthcare professionals, public health workers, and individuals interested in immunisation with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and importance of immunisation and vaccines. This course covers various aspects of immunisation, including vaccine development, administration, safety, and the role of vaccines in preventing infectious diseases.


Course Duration:
2 days (18 hours)


Course Content:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
The named practitioner has attended an immunisation and vaccines training course in line with the National Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Immunisation Training for Registered Healthcare Practitioners:
1. Able to explain the aims of immunisation and describe national vaccine policy and schedules
2. Able to explain the immune response to vaccines and describe how vaccines provide protection
3. Able to describe and recognise the main features of vaccine preventable diseases and the nature and frequency of their acute and long-term complications
4. Has knowledge of the different types of vaccines used
5. Knows about relevant and current issues/controversies in immunisation
6. Can effectively communicate with patients, parents, carers and others about immunisation
7. Understands the legal aspects of immunisation
8. Follows correct procedures for storage and handling of vaccines
9. Able to reconstitute and administer vaccines correctly
10. Able to manage anaphylaxis and other adverse events appropriately
11. Correctly documents and reports all vaccines given
12. Able to identify and implement strategies for improving vaccine uptake


Course Objectives:
Understand the principles of immunisation: Familiarise yourself with the immune response, immunity types (active and passive), and the concept of herd immunity.
Learn about vaccine types and components: Gain knowledge about different types of vaccines, including live attenuated, inactivated, subunit, and conjugate vaccines, as well as vaccine components like adjuvants and preservatives.
Acquire skills in vaccine administration: Develop hands-on skills in safely and accurately administering vaccines through various routes, including intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
Recognize vaccine-preventable diseases: Understand the diseases that can be prevented through vaccination, their epidemiology, and the impact of vaccines on disease incidence.
Address vaccine safety and adverse events: Learn about vaccine safety monitoring systems, common vaccine side effects, and strategies for managing adverse events.
Understand vaccine schedules and catch-up immunization: Familiarise yourself with vaccination schedules, catch-up immunisation guidelines, and strategies for optimising vaccine coverage.
Develop effective communication strategies: Learn communication techniques to address vaccine hesitancy, provide accurate information to patients and caregivers, and address common misconceptions.
Ethical considerations and public health impact: Explore ethical issues related to informed consent, patient autonomy, and the importance of vaccination in preventing disease outbreaks and protecting vulnerable populations.


Assessment and Certification:
Participants will undergo practical skills assessments, written assessments, and potentially role-playing scenarios to evaluate their understanding and competence. Successful completion will lead to a certification of achievement in "Foundations of Immunisation and Vaccines."
Note: This course overview is a general guideline and can be customised to suit specific local requirements and preferences, therefore, we recommend that you contact us to discuss your requirements prior to making a booking.

Guardian Angels Training

Gain a comprehensive understanding of immunisation and vaccines with our "Foundations of Immunisation and Vaccines" course. Designed for healthcare professionals, public health workers, and individuals interested in immunisation, this course covers vaccine development, administration, safety, and the role of vaccines in preventing infectious diseases.

Foundations of Immunisation and Vaccines

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Overview
Infection prevention and control is essential for all businesses, particularly where the working environment or work activities could put employees and those around them at risk of infection. This includes those working in healthcare, in close contact with people or animals, and those involved in the cleaning of human and animal waste. Infections can be easily spread, but by understanding the correct steps to take, the risk of their occurrence can be both prevented and controlled.
Details
What will I learn on this course?
Understand the meaning of infection prevention and control and why it is important
Know both your own and your employer's role and responsibilities and be aware of the relevant legislation
Understand the chain of infection and the most common types of infections
Recognise the importance of risk assessments and why they should be followed
Be aware of some of the key ways infection risk can be controlled
Understand the importance of good hygiene and personal protective equipment
Know the meaning of COSHH and how it relates to infection prevention and control
Understand the role of additional steps and adaptations when managing the risk of infection outbreaks
Certification
Successful candidates will receive certification of achievement.

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