Foundations of Immunisation and Vaccines

Description

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.