Vaccine Administration
- Course Duration2 months
- Learning FormatOnline Learning
- Course Fee£ 199 GBP
Course Overview
The Vaccine Administration course equips healthcare professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills for administering vaccines safely, effectively, and confidently. This comprehensive program covers immunology, cold chain management, injection techniques, adverse event management, and patient communication—everything needed to deliver immunisations in clinical and public health settings. Ideal for nurses, pharmacists, and allied health workers, the course also addresses vaccine hesitancy and special considerations for vulnerable populations, aligning with NHS and WHO immunisation standards.
Course Curriculum
- History of vaccines, types of vaccines, principles of immunization, herd immunity, and vaccine-preventable diseases.
- Overview of the immune system, immune response to vaccines, types of immunity, and factors affecting vaccine effectiveness.
- Vaccine storage requirements, cold chain logistics, handling procedures, and monitoring vaccine potency.
- Routes of vaccine administration (IM, SC, oral, intradermal), site selection, injection techniques, and safety precautions.
- National and global immunization schedules, catch-up immunizations, record keeping, and reporting adverse events.
- Identification and management of common vaccine reactions, anaphylaxis, adverse event reporting systems.
- Addressing vaccine hesitancy, effective communication strategies, and informed consent.
- Vaccination in special populations (pregnant women, immunocompromised, elderly, travelers), contraindications, and precautions.
Skills Covered
- • Safe vaccine administration across age groups
- • Cold chain and potency preservation
- • Emergency management of vaccine-related adverse events
- • Immunisation record keeping and schedule planning
- • Counselling patients and addressing hesitancy
- • Adapting protocols for special populations
Why join this program?
- • Comprehensive, hands-on training for immunisation professionals.
- • Covers the full vaccine lifecycle—from storage to patient communication.
- • Practical application aligned with NHS and international standards.
- • Ideal for CPD, healthcare employers, and public health workers.
Course Objectives/key Features
- • 48 hours of expert-led, clinically applicable content.
- • Practical videos and demonstration-based modules.
- • Downloadable checklists, schedule planners, and cold chain logs.
- • Real-world case scenarios and patient communication scripts.
- • 100% online and accessible anytime.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:- • Explain how vaccines work and identify different vaccine types.
- • Administer vaccines using appropriate routes and safety protocols.
- • Maintain cold chain standards and monitor vaccine potency.
- • Recognise and manage vaccine reactions and emergencies.
- • Counsel hesitant patients and gain informed consent.
Why Choose London Technology College?
- • Open to All – Whether you're brand new or brushing up your skills, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.
- • Practical Approach – Learn by doing, with hands-on exercises that reflect real-world office tasks.
- • Experienced Tutors – Our instructors bring real industry know-how and a passion for teaching.
- • Certificate of Completion – Add an accredited certificate to your CV or LinkedIn profile to boost your job prospects.
- • Flexible Learning Options – Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Ideal for working professionals and international students seeking flexibility without compromising quality.
- • Job-Ready Skills – Get trained in tools and techniques that employers actually look for.
- • Support That Stays With You – Need help? Our team is here from start to finish—no question is too small.
- • Learn at Your Own Pace – Take your time or move quickly—the course is designed to adapt to your needs.
- • Hands-On Projects – Put your skills into action with tasks like reports, spreadsheets, resumes, and more.
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion, learners will receive a Certificate in Vaccine Administration from London Technology College, verifying their ability to manage, administer, and educate on vaccines in healthcare settings..
Earn Your Vaccine Administration Certificate:
- • UK-verified certificate from London Technology College.
- • Professional skillset for vaccine delivery in NHS, clinics, and pharmacies.
- • Valid for continuing professional development (CPD).
- • Trusted credential in public health and immunisation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Healthcare professionals involved in immunisation—nurses, pharmacists, paramedics, and health assistants.
Yes. The course is designed for both new and experienced professionals.
48 hours, delivered flexibly over 1 month.
Yes, all modules are fully online and self-paced.
Yes, it is issued by London Technology College and valid for CPD in the UK and abroad.