Initial Imms for HCAs and other Allied Health Professionals - September 2026 Cohort

Description

Join our blended immunisation training course, combining flexible self-directed study with interactive virtual action-learning sessions. Gain a solid foundation in vaccine science, UK immunisation schedules for adults and the national flu campaigns, and best practice techniques, all designed to build your confidence and competence in delivering safe , effective care.

This course is suited to staff who deliver vaccines campaigns but does not include the childhood schedule.

Who is this course for?

Healthcare Assistants new to immunisation. Please note: Public Health England recommended only HCAs who have achieved education and training to Level 3 or equivalent with at least 2 years’ experience as an HCA should be considered for immunisation training.

It is also suitable for health professional such as ACPs and pharmacists who will deliver vaccines during the flu campaign or similar vaccination campaigns. It does not cover childhood immunisation.

What will I learn?

Gain comprehensive up to date theory and practical training in immunisation.

This course includes clinical skills training involving both theoretical instruction and simulated practice.

Here’s what you can expect:

Once enrolled, you’ll gain access to self-directed learning from a scheduled start date. You’ll have three weeks to complete the online modules before joining your interactive virtual session, which will also be accessible through our learning management system.

You must complete the self-directed learning prior to the start of the 1/2 day virtual session.

Topics Covered:

Pre-course requirements
Before attending the course you must have read and be familiar with the Standard Infection Control Precautions (SICPS) and the RCN Guidance for the Prevention and Management of sharps injuries in health and social care settings.

Assessment

After completing the training, you will engage in supervised practice within a clinical setting. You will be provided with a set of competencies to achieve before receiving your certificate. A qualified registered nurse will assess and confirm your practical skills to ensure you are ready for independent practice.

Please note: Information sourced from  NHS England General Practice Assistant (GPA) FAQs :

GPAs must complete and pass the full accredited GPA programme and/or have had their competency against all 5 domains of the national GPA competency framework assured by their GP mentor to be deemed competent in the clinical knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support with, and carry out basic clinical duties (e.g., obtaining blood samples, undertaking blood pressure tests). The GPA programme/framework does not cover immunisations, but the GP practice/PCN may suggest the GPA observe a registered health professional carrying out immunisations to gain further knowledge and understanding. In line with Public Health England’s recommendations, only HCSWs who have achieved education and training to Level Three (Qualifications Credit Framework) with at least 2 years’ experience should be considered for training in vaccine administration. Therefore, if the member of staff does not already have this experience, after GPA programme completion and attaining a further two years of experience in the clinical GPA role, the employer (e.g., GP practice or PCN) may wish to consider further developing and training clinical GPAs in vaccine administration. Please find further information here:  National minimum standards for immunisation of HCSW . A HCSW who administers immunisations must have completed relevant training and have been assessed as competent by a registered practitioner who is experienced in immunisation - mentorship, close supervision, and support strategies are essential.

Is there any funding available?

There is currently no funding available for this course for health care assistants.

There may be CPD funding for allied professionals.

Do you offer bespoke courses?

We do offer bespoke options at a site of your choice. Prices may vary for bespoke sessions, dependent on numbers and travel – please contact us on info@academicare.co.uk for further details.

Booking more than one place

You can book as many places as you wish up to course limit. Once you’ve received your booking confirmation, please use the link provided in the email to access your booking. From there, you can add the names and email addresses of those attending the course. Kindly ensure this is completed before the course begins so attendees receive all the necessary information in advance.

Booking on behalf of someone else

You can make a booking on behalf of someone else. Once you receive the booking confirmation email, simply follow the link provided to access the booking. From there, you’ll be able to enter the attendee’s name and email address. Please ensure this is completed before the course begins so they receive all the necessary information in good time.

Paying for your course

You can pay by invoice, credit card, or debit card. If you're choosing to pay by invoice and you're not the person responsible for processing payments, you can simply forward the invoice email to your finance department for payment.