Half Day Update in National Cohort Immunisations (Adult/Child)

This half-day update course offers a focused and comprehensive review of national cohort immunisations for both adults and children. Designed as an annual update for professionals who have already completed a two-day foundation course, this session aligns with the recommendations by Public Health England. The course content fulfills the mandatory requirements outlined in the Public Health England (2018) National Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Registered Healthcare Practitioners.

Agenda:

09:15: Registration
09:30: Introduction and Course Objectives
09:45: Current Issues in Vaccination
10:00: Changes/Updates to National Immunisation Schedules for Adults and Children
10:45: Coffee Break
11:00: Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) Updates
11:20: Cold Chain Management
11:40: Anaphylaxis Overview
11:55: Review of Current Practice – Identifying Opportunities for Improvement
12:10: Question and Answer Session for Shared Learning and Addressing Common Problems in Primary Care

Learning Outcomes:

By the conclusion of this half-day update course, participants will be able to:

1. Comprehend Legal Aspects of Vaccination Delivery:

- Understand the legal and regulatory framework surrounding the administration of vaccinations, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and regulations.

2. Review Best Practices for Cold Chain and Vaccine Storage:

- Assess and reinforce proper procedures for maintaining the cold chain, ensuring the safety and efficacy of vaccines through meticulous storage practices.

3. Enhance Risk Assessment Skills for Safe Vaccination Programs:

- Review and apply robust risk assessment methodologies to ensure the secure and effective delivery of vaccination programs.

4. Provide Current Vaccine and Disease Information:

- Demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge of vaccines, their indications, contraindications, and the diseases they protect against, enabling informed and accurate patient education.

5. Encourage and Explore Accurate Documentation:

- Promote the importance of accurate and comprehensive documentation throughout the vaccination process, including consent forms, vaccine records, and adverse event reporting.

6. Foster Discussion of Practice Challenges and Solutions:

- Create an environment for open dialogue and collaborative learning, facilitating the exchange of experiences, challenges, and effective solutions within the realm of cohort immunisations.

This concise update session is designed to reinforce foundational knowledge, ensure compliance with current standards, and empower healthcare professionals to continue delivering safe, effective, and informed vaccination services.

Immunisation Update - National Cohort Immunisations (Adult/Child)