The West Yorkshire Primary Care Workforce & Training Hub is committed to supporting healthcare professionals with high-quality, accessible training. Our Vaccination and Immunisation courses are designed to give staff the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care in line with current national guidance.

We offer two tailored courses:

  • A 2-Day Foundation Course – ideal for those new to vaccination or returning to practice.
  • A Vaccination & Immunisation Update Session – for those already trained, ensuring skills remain current and compliant.

Both options align with national immunisation standards and are delivered by experienced educators with a strong background in primary care.

2-Day Foundation Course

Who is it for?

  • New healthcare staff involved in administering vaccines.
  • Clinicians returning to immunisation practice after a break.
  • Anyone needing a full, in-depth foundation in immunisation delivery.

What you’ll learn:

  • The principles and importance of vaccination and immunisation.
  • National immunisation policy, schedules, and current guidelines.
  • Vaccine storage, handling, and administration techniques.
  • Communication skills to support patient understanding and confidence.
  • Managing adverse reactions, including anaphylaxis and resuscitation procedures.
  • Child immunisations ad B12 injections.

Format:

  • 2 full training days, face-to-face and interactive.
  • Mix of teaching, discussion, and practical learning.

Funding:

  • £350 per participant.
  • This course may be eligible for CPD funding (check your eligibility HERE).

BOOK HERE

Vaccination & Immunisation Update

Who is it for?

  • Healthcare professionals who already deliver vaccinations.
  • Staff needing an annual update to meet national requirements.

What you’ll learn

  • Latest developments in vaccination and immunisation practice.
  • Updates to national schedules, guidance, and policy.
  • Refresher on safe vaccine handling and administration.
  • Review of communication and consent.
  • Managing adverse events and reporting procedures.

Format

  • 3-hour virtual session (via MS Teams).
  • Interactive focused session with Q&A.

Cost

  • £50 per participant.

BOOK HERE