Course Overview
A blended-format two-day workshop equipping pharmacists and nurses with the clinical knowledge, regulatory understanding, and practical skills required for safe vaccine administration and management of adverse events.
Contact and virtual delivery options are available. The programme aligns with HPCNA and SAPC immunisation competency standards, covering cold chain management, anaphylaxis protocols, and injection technique.
Who Should Attend?
Community pharmacists
Hospital pharmacists
Registered and enrolled nurses
Primary healthcare workers
Pharmacy graduates seeking immunisation competency
Course Outline
| # | Module / Unit | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Immunology Fundamentals | Vaccine types, schedules, herd immunity, contraindications |
| 2 | Namibian & SADC Immunisation Programme | EPI schedule, national vaccine policy, reporting |
| 3 | Injection Technique | IM, SC, intradermal techniques; site selection; asepsis |
| 4 | Vaccine Storage & Cold Chain | Temperature monitoring, cold chain management, wastage |
| 5 | Adverse Events Following Immunisation (AEFI) | Recognition, management, anaphylaxis protocol |
| 6 | Patient Screening & Consent | Contraindication assessment, informed consent, documentation |
| 7 | Anaphylaxis Emergency Management | Adrenaline administration, emergency kit, post-event care |
| 8 | Practical Skills Assessment | Simulated injection scenarios, AEFI management roleplay |
Entry Requirements
- HPCNA or SAPC registered pharmacist or nurse
- Valid HPCNA/SAPC registration number
- Current BLS/CPR certification (or concurrent enrolment in LSM course)
- Access to a dispensing or clinical facility for follow-up practice
