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BCG Course

This immunisation update is aimed at health professionals working in an Occupational Health capacity. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES •    To understand the role and importance of Immunisation and vaccination •    To be able to explain the aims of immunisation, describe national policy and schedules and deal with variations to the schedule •    To understand the legal framework of Immunisation •    To understand the legal aspects of supply and administration of vaccines COURSE CONTENTS This course provides a comprehensive update in the following immunisations / vaccinations: •    Dip / Tet / Pertusis / Polio •    MMR •    Hepatitis A •    Hepatitis B •    TB •    BCG (screening and testing) Mantoux •    Influenza update •    Anaphylaxis Plus: •    The legal frameworks of immunisation update and vaccinations •    PGD’s and PSD’s •    Technique / practical if needed •    Administration •    Capacity and Consent •    Record-keeping and reporting •    Strategies: improving immunisation rates •    Cold chain •    Documentation •    Contraindications •    Current Issues in Immunisation WHO SHOULD ATTEND? •    Occupational Health Staff, including Technicians and Nurses Includes    All course materials and certificate of attendance Accreditation    6 CPD points awarded on completion.  Accredited by Aim Qualifications (*Certificate £30) and CPD Standards (*Certificate free)