To book a place on a training session, please click on your chosen event and register through the link provided.
Please note, these events are for staff employed within the Lancashire and South Cumbria healthcare system only.
To book a place on a training session, please click on your chosen event and register through the link provided.
Please note, these events are for staff employed within the Lancashire and South Cumbria healthcare system only.
Introduction to Immunisation and Vaccinations Training Foundation
Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation
Blended Learning Programme for Primary Care Staff in Lancashire and South Cumbria
The Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation is a comprehensive blended learning programme designed for Primary Care staff who are new to delivering immunisation and vaccination services.
The programme incorporates both all the vaccines included in the routine immunisation schedules as advised by UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). It has been designed to provide delegates with the knowledge, skills and practical competence required to deliver vaccinations safely and effectively.
In line with the UKHSA National Minimum Standards and Core Curriculum for Immunisation Training for Registered Healthcare Practitioners (2025), comprehensive foundation training is required for those new to immunisation. Our programme adopts a blended approach, combining self-directed e-learning, live interactive training, knowledge assessment and supervised competency assessment in practice.
The Programme Consists of Four Parts
- Self-directed e-learning – completion of the relevant e-learning modules available through e-Learning for Healthcare (e-LfH).
- Live interactive online training – a full-day virtual training session delivered via Microsoft Teams.
- Knowledge assessment – completion of a Microsoft Forms assessment, with a required pass mark of 80% or above.
- Practical competency assessment – completion of the competency assessment in practice, supervised and signed off by an appropriately qualified and experienced clinical supervisor.
1. Self-Directed E-Learning
Delegates are required to complete the relevant e-LfH modules before attending the live online training session.
Please ensure that you have allocated sufficient protected time within your working diary to complete the e-learning. Based on feedback from previous delegates, the e-learning takes approximately seven hours to complete.
The programme is free to access; you will simply need to register for an e-LfH account.
e-Learning for Healthcare – Immunisation and Vaccination Programme:
https://portal.e-lfh.org.uk/myElearning/Index?HierarchyId=0_39333&programmeId=39333
https://portal.e-lfh.org.uk/myElearning/Index?HierarchyId=0_39333&programmeId=39333
Core Modules
All delegates should complete the following core modules:
- Immunology
- Communicating with Patients, Parents and Carers
- Legal Aspects
- Vaccine Storage
- Vaccine Administration
Vaccine-Preventable Disease Modules
In addition to the core modules, delegates must complete the vaccine-preventable disease modules relevant to the vaccines they will be administering in practice.
The relevant modules may include:
- Influenza
- Shingles
- COVID-19
- Pneumococcal disease
- Pertussis
- Diphtheria
- Tetanus
- Polio
- Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
- Meningitis
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
- Rotavirus
- Hepatitis B
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), where applicable
General Practice Nurses should complete all vaccine-preventable disease modules, including those relating to the routine childhood immunisation programme.
Other vaccinators who will not be administering childhood vaccines are not required to complete modules relating to vaccines outside the scope of their role.
However, delegates are encouraged to develop a broad understanding of vaccine-preventable diseases covered by UKHSA guidance, as this represents good practice and supports safe, informed vaccination delivery.
2. Live Interactive Online Training
Following completion of the required e-learning, delegates will attend a full-day interactive virtual training session via Microsoft Teams.
The session will consolidate and build upon the knowledge gained through the e-learning and provide an opportunity for discussion, questions, case-based learning and the sharing of best practice.
Key areas covered will include:
- Why we vaccinate and how vaccines work
- Consent and the use of PGDs and PSDs
- Vaccine ordering, storage, handling and cold-chain incidents
- Vaccination during pregnancy
- Vaccine administration and injection technique
- Adverse events following immunisation
- Vaccination of individuals with underlying medical conditions
- Addressing vaccine concerns and supporting informed decision-making
- Vaccine-preventable diseases
- The childhood and adolescent immunisation programme
- NHS travel vaccination schedules
- Sharing best practice in immunisation and vaccination delivery
The emphasis throughout the session will be on the safe, effective and evidence-based delivery of immunisation services within Primary Care.
3. Knowledge Assessment
Following the live training session, delegates will be required to complete a knowledge assessment quiz via Microsoft Forms.
A minimum score of 80% is required to successfully complete the knowledge assessment.
Delegates will also be asked to complete a post-training questionnaire to provide feedback on the programme.
Successful completion of the required elements will enable delegates to receive a certificate of completion.
4. Practical Competency Assessment
Completion of the online training does not, in itself, confirm practical competency.
Following the course, delegates must complete the Vaccinator Competency Assessment Tool in their practice setting.
A clinical supervisor must observe and assess the delegate’s practice and confirm that they are competent to deliver vaccinations safely and effectively.
The supervisor must be a registered healthcare practitioner who is competent and experienced in delivering immunisation programmes.
Delegates should therefore ensure that an appropriate clinical supervisor is identified before undertaking the training, so that the competency assessment can be completed following the course.
The relevant resources include:
- UKHSA_National_Minimum_Standards_for_immunisation_training_2025.pdf
- Appendix A Vaccinator competency assessment tool workbook
Important Information for Non-Registered Healthcare Professionals
Before booking onto this programme, please ensure that you meet the relevant entry requirements.
Non-registered healthcare professionals undertaking vaccination training should have:
- Education and training to Level 3 of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF), or an equivalent qualification in England and Wales; and
- At least two years’ experience, in line with the recommendations within the National Minimum Standards.
Important: Additional Mandatory Training
Please note that this Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation programme does not include Anaphylaxis or Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
These areas must be completed separately in accordance with your employer’s requirements and current national guidance.
Before You Attend
Please ensure that you:
- Have allocated sufficient protected time to complete the required e-learning (approximately seven hours).
- Have completed the relevant core and vaccine-preventable disease modules before attending the live session.
- Have identified a suitable clinical supervisor within your practice.
- Are familiar with the competency assessment requirements.
- Have completed any separate training required for Anaphylaxis and Basic Life Support.
This blended learning programme is designed to provide a structured foundation for those new to immunisation and vaccination, supporting delegates to develop the knowledge, confidence and practical competence required to deliver safe, effective and high-quality vaccination services within Primary Care.
This is an interactive session and you will be expected to interact. Please ensure you have a camera and microphone available to attend the meeting.
- You will receive a certificate post training for your attendance. Places are limited, if you have booked a place, please ensure you attend.
- If you have any additional needs or requirements to attend this session, please contact us at [email protected]
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