Immunisations Refresher

This course will refresh learners core information and knowledge on administering vaccines and immunisations. It will cover the National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training, as laid out by Skills for Health.

Learners will develop their theoretical knowledge of giving immunisations

• Describe the aims of immunisations

• Discuss national policy and schedules of vaccines

• Explain the immune system and how vaccines work

• Recall diseases that can be prevented with vaccines

• List the different vaccines and how they are composed

• Recognise current issues surrounding immunisations including controversies that are applicable to practice

• Evaluate the legal aspects of immunisations including gaining informed consent or acting in best interests

• Summarise the correct storage and handling of vaccines

• Demonstrate the correct administration of vaccines

• Consider what good documentations looks like in relation to vaccinations, including reporting and record keeping

• Relate current strategies for improving immunisation rates to practice and how the role of the immuniser is key within this aspect of practice