This training is 2 days for Healthcare Support Workers and Trainee Nursing Associates new to immunisation, both days must be attended

This training meets the National Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Immunisation training of Healthcare Support Workers (PHE 2015).

All delegates attending will gain a basic understanding of immunisation and how to deliver the UK routine immunisation.

The course follows the core curriculum set by Public Health England in their document:

National Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Immunisation Training for Healthcare Support Workers (2015)

Training includes:

  • The aims of the current influenza, shingles and/or pneumococcal vaccine policy
  • The immune response to influenza, shingles and/or pneumococcal vaccines and how they work
  • Vaccine preventable diseases – influenza, shingles and/or pneumococcal disease
  • The different types of vaccines, their composition and the indications and contraindications for influenza, shingles and/or pneumococcal vaccines
  • Current issues relating to influenza, shingles and/or pneumococcal vaccines
  • Communication with patients and parents about influenza, shingles and/or pneumococcal vaccines
  • Legal issues including consent and use of Patient Specific Directions (PSDs) and Patient Group Directions (PGDs)
  • Storage and handling of vaccines
  • Correct administration of vaccines
  • Anaphylaxis, basic life support and adverse reactions
  • Documentation, record keeping and reporting
  • Strategies for the effective organisation of vaccination sessions
  • The role of the HCSW as an immuniser (to include role limitations, the role of others in immunisation)
  • Support for the HCSW e.g., supervision, mentorship, and reflection

Prior to undertaking foundation training in immunisation, it is essential that the HCSW/TNA, their employer, and supervisor understand the commitment and support required in terms of time, supervision, competency, and assessment of the high level of knowledge and skills required in the delivery of the immunisation programme.

Assessment of knowledge will take place over the 2 study days.  You will be required to complete a multiple choice test at the end of the second day – you will be given 1 hour to complete this.  You must achieve a pass rate of 80% to complete the course.  If you do not achieve this, you will be given a further chance to complete the test on a date and time to be specified.

After completion of the 2-day theoretical training and knowledge assessment the practitioner can go on to the practical application of training with supervision and competencies.

Before starting to give immunisations, all new immunisers should spend time with an experienced registered practitioner who has undertaken training that meets the national minimum standards and is experienced in advising about immunisation and giving vaccines.

It is recommended that only HCSWs/TNAs who have achieved education and training to Level Three of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) 4 or equivalent in England and Wales with at least 2 years’ experience as a Healthcare support worker should be considered for training in vaccine administration. HCSWs working at this level are likely to be at Level 3 or above of the NHS Careers Framework.

Following confirmation of your course booking, you will receive:

•         Important information on training and becoming a competent immuniser guidance.

•         Course Agreement form to be signed by you, your practice, and your supervisor. This will be required prior to you attending the course.

The price includes 20% VAT

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This course will only take place if there is sufficient interest