As part of the initial immunization competency process, the Beginner Immunizer must demonstrate proficiency in the clinical skill in the practice setting by using one of the skills checklists below in collaboration with their preceptor or educator. Immunizers who do have prior experience in immunization, but do not have current competency (e.g. more than 2 years since immunized), must also complete the course.
The completed checklist must be submitted by the Pandemic Immunizer to the Health Services Manager or delegate prior to independent practice.
Nursing, medical, and pharmacy students must also complete the Nova Scotia Health Immunization Course, demonstrate competency, and be supervised by another health care provider competent in immunization practice.
NOTE Health care providers working in Public Health, Primary Health Care/Family Practice, and Occupational Health are required to take a more extensive immunization course. For details, see Immunization Policy & Procedure PH-HP-015.
This course is offered via the Nova Scotia Health Provincial Learning Management System (LMS). It will take approximately 120 minutes to complete.
Upon successful completion of this continuing education program, participants will be able to:
The following modules are the core components of the course: