Course structure
This course takes approximately 3.5 to 4* hours of online study which can be completed at your own pace over multiple sessions if necessary. There is no tutorial requirement. You will then complete an online open-book assessment in your own time. Your certificate will be made available online upon completion of all course requirements.
*Note that the estimated time is based on the core coursework. Accessing suggested optional reading will increase the estimated time to complete.
Course content
• Vaccine safety
• Current issues and developments in vaccination theory and practice
• Improving immunisation coverage
Prerequisites
• Current Annual Practising Certificate
• Current involvement in immunisation service delivery
• Knowledge and familiarity with the current Immunisation Handbook
• Familiarity with the following Immunisation Handbook sections:
o Chapter 2: Processes for safe immunisation
o Appendices 3 and 4
- Immunisation standards for vaccinators and guidelines for organisations offering immunisation services
- Authorisation of vaccinators and criteria for pharmacist vaccinators.