Healthcare support workers
In this section you will find learning resources aimed at Healthcare Support Workers (HCSWs) who work alongside Registered Healthcare Practitioner on delivery of the COVID-19 vaccination programme in Scotland.
The workforce education resources contained within this page have been developed to support Healthcare Support Workers:
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At level 3 and 4 of the NHS Career Framework.
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Who have achieved education and training to level 6/7 of the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework.
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With two years' experience as a HCSW.
The following sections appear on this page:
Core Knowledge for HCSW COVID-19 Vaccinators
You can find learning resources to support the development of core knowledge in this section:
- Core Knowledge Learning Resource
- Core Information Document
- Coming soon - Core Learning Programme for HCSW COVID-19 Vaccinators
You will also find a version control log that highlights any updates made to the resources.
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V1.3 : This resource is designed to be the foundation for your learning and will give you an overview of Coronavirus and COVID-19, vaccination programme, legal aspects of vaccination and reporting adverse events. Format power point presentation...
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V1.2 : This resource content is the same as the core information slide set and includes a section on frequently asked questions.
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This proficiency document is for healthcare support workers to support formal evaluation of competency in the administration of COVID-19 vaccinations.
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Version log for learning resources with updates and changes made.
Vaccine Specific for COVID-19 Vaccinators
It is important to note that different COVID-19 vaccines may become available and that they will have different storage, dilution/reconstitution and administration requirements. You must be familiar with the specific recommendations for the COVID-19 vaccine you are delivering.
You can find learning resources to support the development of vaccine specific knowledge in this section:
- Pfizer BioNTech learning resource
- Pfizer BioNTech Information document
- Pfizer BioNTech Proficiency document
- AstraZeneca learning resource
You will also find a version control log that highlights any updates made to the resources.
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Format – Slide set with notes This learning session provides specific information about the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. It is designed to provide healthcare workers involved in delivering the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine with the...
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V2.1 : This resource content is the same as the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine learning resource and includes a section on frequently asked questions.
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Version logs for learning resources with updates and changes made.
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V3.1 : This learning resource is designed to provide vaccinators with the knowledge they need to safely and effectively deliver the AstraZeneca vaccine. The resource covers key information including how the vaccine works, how it should be stored,...
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Version logs for learning resources with updates and changes made.
Webinars
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Recording of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca webinar hosted on 7th January 2021 at 12.30pm.
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COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca Webinar Slides 7th January 2021. Content includes overview of Coronavirus and key principles of the preparation and administration of the COVID-19 AstraZeneca vaccine.
Update
Please note – guidance has been updated re the COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca administration and number of doses and requirements for the disposal of vaccine. Access the updated slides.
Next Steps
To complete your preparation for administering the COVID-19 vaccine, it is suggested that you also consider undertaking the following in your local area:
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Promoting effective immunisation practice for HCSW (NES/PHS) or equivalent (Turas account required to access this learning programme - please login or register)
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Management of anaphylaxis
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Basic Life Support
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Relevant statutory and mandatory training like infection prevention and control and sharps management
Once you have completed the relevant learning resources it is suggested that you identify an experienced vaccination supervisor and complete the following:
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Practical training in COVID-19 vaccine preparation and administration
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Core COVID-19 Vaccination Proficiency Document for Healthcare support workers