Immunisation Update for HCSWs (UK)

Annual Training Webinar 3 Hours Meets UKHSA Standards

Stay confident, compliant, and up-to-date with the latest immunisation practices.

This essential update is designed for Healthcare Support Workers (HCSWs) who are currently involved in administering immunisations in Primary Care.

Covers routine adult immunisations – pneumococcal, shingles and the annual flu vaccine programme for both adults and annual flu vaccine for children.

Meets the UKHSA National Minimum Standards for Immunisation Training and Core Curriculum for Vaccination Training (2026).

Course Content

• Informed consent and patient communication
• Use of Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs)
• Cold chain management and vaccine storage
• Safe and appropriate vaccine administration
• Annual influenza vaccination (2026/27) for adults and children
• Shingles vaccination: eligibility, scheduling, and uptake
• Pneumococcal vaccination: routine and “at risk” groups