OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS - NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Nationally Recognised Qualification
- Includes IM, ID and Sub-Cut Injection methods
- OCN Accredited - Level 4 (foundation degree - FDSc)
- Covers all steps to safely perform a vaccination
- Use same techniques and skills for aesthetic therapies
- Includes B12, Vitamin C and other treatments
- Covers all essential vaccines including Covid-19, Flu and other annual vaccines
- Essential qualification for all injections
- Basic understanding of English language required
- Medical training standards thoughout
- Skills for Health & WHO compliant
About this course
PART 1 - Theory: complete online at home or work and download a certificate of completion
PART 2 - Skills and Practical Development: Attend a classroom location for one session
Course Content:
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Professionalism
- Understanding Injection Procedures
- Why we vaccinate
- Immune System & How Vaccines Work
- National Vaccine Policy & Schedule
- Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
- Reconstitution Process
- Storage, Handling & Equipment
- Vaccination Sites, Techniques & Anatomical Site Selection
- Legal Requirments
- Adverse Reactions and Basic Life Support Guidance
- Record-Keeping & Documentation
Practical Session:
- Intradermal Injections
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Intramuscular Injections
Learning Outcomes
Train up to point of first vaccination or injection
All theory and practical skills required to perform a safe procedure
Covers all essential theory and skill-set development to meet medical standards
Understand the procedures used to set up a manage and administer a vaccine
Post-injection management and how to avoid critical complications
Correct client care and aftercare
Includes legal, consent and documentation
After the course
Safely and competently administer a vaccine or drug treatment (ie. B12)
Correct client management before, during injection and safe after-care
Understanding equipment types and appropriate choices
Understand vaccine management control
Appreciate legal and professional responsibilities
Offer injection therapies to clients - vitamin supplements
Administer in hospitals, GP Surgeries and Outreach Centres
