Occupational Health Immunisation Update - Newcastle

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

• To understand the role and importance of Immunisation and vaccination

• To be able to explain the aims of immunisation, describe national policy and schedules and deal with variations to the schedule

• To understand the legal framework of Immunisation

• To understand the legal aspects of supply and administration of vaccines

COURSE CONTENTS

This course provides a comprehensive update in the following immunisations / vaccinations:

• Dip / Tet / Pertusis / Polio

• MMR

• Hepatitis A

• Hepatitis B

• Varicella

• Boosterix Programme

• Influenza update

• Anaphylaxis

Plus:

• The legal frameworks of immunisation update and vaccinations

• PGD’s and PSD’s

• Technique / practical if needed

• Administration

• Capacity and Consent

• Record-keeping and reporting

• Strategies: improving immunisation rates

• Cold chain

• Documentation

• Contraindications

• Current Issues in Immunisation

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Occupational Health Staff, including Technicians and Nurses

Includes All course materials and certificate of attendance

Accreditation 6 CPD points awarded on completion. Accredited by Aim Qualifications (*Certificate £30) and **CPD Attendance (**Certificate free)

Annie Barr AB Health Group\n

Organiser Description\n

Annie Barr is a leading provider of high quality, accredited healthcare training. With a selection of engaging healthcare training that has been developed by experts to equip you and your workforce with the skills, knowledge and competence needed to provide compassionate and high quality care.