Immunisation and Vaccination Training Update

This course will provide a clear understanding of the flu vaccine including the theoretical background of inter-muscular injection techniques, the safety issues related to vaccination of the general adult population and the legal aspects of vaccination.

Suitable for: Immunisers within Primary Care who require their annual update.

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Aims & Objectives

Aim

To provide an annual update on principles and practice of vaccinations including the current policy and how this is reflected in a Primary Care environment.

Objectives

Identify types of influenza virus and summarise the vaccines available
Outline the flu vaccine eligibility
Discuss best methods for vaccine administration and outline possible adverse reactions
Contraindications to flu vaccines
Discuss infection control, skin cleansing, vaccine storage, recording and consent
Overview of PGDs

Please note: Registered Nurses, Midwifes and GPs must read, understand and sign PGDs. Health Care Assistants and Phlebotomists are not legally eligible to use PGDs and can only administer injections under instruction from their GP practice using a prescription or a Patient Specific Direction (PSD).

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Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course delegates should be able to:

Describe the current flu vaccines
Identify any recent issues relating to flu vaccination schedule
Critically analyse best methods used in the administration of vaccinations
Discuss storage (including cold chain), holding, consent and recording
Discuss responsibilities relating to PGDs

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Cost

£114.00 (including VAT)

Time

9am – 12.30pm

Location

Kingsbridge Training Academy
10 Falcon Way, Boucher Road,
Belfast, BT12 6SQ

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3 CPD Hours