Theory and practical training for HCAs new to immunisation
Initial Imms and Vaccs for HCAs
Upcoming Dates:
- Friday 11th October 2024 – 10:00-15:30
– Burnbrae Surgery, 445 Holderness Road, Hull, HU8 8JS - Wednesday 13th November 2024 – 10:00-15:30
– Gale Farm Surgery, Front Street, Acomb, York YO24 3BU - Tuesday 10th December 2024 – 10:00-15:30
– Burnbrae Surgery, 445 Holderness Road, Hull, HU8 8JS
Further dates coming soon, if you would like to register on the waiting list please contact us. We also offer bespoke sessions for groups, please enquire for details.
Who is this course for?
Healthcare Assistants new to immunisation.
Please note: Public Health England recommended only HCAs who have achieved education and training to Level 3 or equivalent with at least 2 years’ experience as an HCA should be considered for immunisation training.
Can GPA’s do the training to undertake immunisations?
Information sourced from NHS England General Practice Assistant (GPA) FAQs:
GPAs must complete and pass the full accredited GPA programme and/or have had their competency against all 5 domains of the national GPA competency framework assured by their GP mentor to be deemed competent in the clinical knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support with, and carry out basic clinical duties (e.g., obtaining blood samples, undertaking blood pressure tests). The GPA programme/framework does not cover immunisations, but the GP practice/PCN may suggest the GPA observe a registered health professional carrying out immunisations to gain further knowledge and understanding. In line with Public Health England’s recommendations, only HCSWs who have achieved education and training to Level Three (Qualifications Credit Framework) with at least 2 years’ experience should be considered for training in vaccine administration. Therefore, if the member of staff does not already have this experience, after GPA programme completion and attaining a further two years of experience in the clinical GPA role, the employer (e.g., GP practice or PCN) may wish to consider further developing and training clinical GPAs in vaccine administration. Please find further information here: National minimum standards for immunisation of HCSW. A HCSW who administers immunisations must have completed relevant training and have been assessed as competent by a registered practitioner who is experienced in immunisation – mentorship, close supervision, and support strategies are essential.
What will I learn?
Theory and practical training, immunisation history, immunology and theory, types of vaccines and compositions, storage and handling, dosage and reconstitution, vaccine preventable diseases and epidemiology, correct administration, precautions and contraindications, legal aspects, documentation, adverse reactions, anaphylaxis and adverse events.
Covering: Influenza, Pneumococcal, Shingles, B12, COVID-19
Training in clinical skills covers theory and simulated practice. Following training supervised practice must be completed in the clinical setting, you will be issued with competencies to complete before receiving a certificate. A competent registered nurse must be responsible for confirming that you have gained sufficient practical competency before independent practice.
How long is it?
5.5 hour session
How much is it?
£150 per person
Prices may vary for bespoke sessions, dependent on numbers and travel
How can I book or enquire?
Email – training@haxbygroup.co.uk
Phone – 01482 303986
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To book a place(s) please include the following details:
- Date you would like to book
- Name of the attendee(s)
- Email address of the attendee(s)
- Whom would you like the invoice sending to (preferably email)
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