Trainers
In this section you will find resources aimed at trainers.
Resources for Trainers and Facilitators
This section holds resources to support trainers and facilitators to deliver facilitated learning sessions locally. The learning within the resources mirrors the learning available in all the previous sections
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
This resource supports people working in vaccination settings to develop learning on how communication skills in the context of their role, can be used to achieve positive shared experiences.
The resource supports delivery of a facilitated session that lasts approximately 3.5 hours.
The suite of resources includes everything required for delivery:
Learning outcomes - By the end of this session participants will:
- Describe the context of effective communication in relation to the concept of person-centred care
- Describe the principles and use of active listening and responding skills
- Describe the principles and use of de-escalation techniques
- Have an action plan of how you will implement these skills in practice
- Be aware of other useful sources of information
Practitioners involved in vaccination should discuss locally available opportunities with their supervisor / line manager.
Vaccinating Children and Young People Training Resources
Vaccinating those aged 5-11yrs
The aim of this resource is to help support healthcare practitioners with the knowledge to support safe and effective administration of Comirnaty® 10 micrograms/dose (COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine, Pfizer/BioNTech).
Please discuss your learning requirements with your line manager and ensure that you adhere your local educational and clinical governance policy and guidance, for example undertaking paediatric basic life support.
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Vaccination against COVID-19 - Primary vaccination of children 5 to 11 year-olds. The use of Comirnaty® 10 micrograms/dose (COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine, Pfizer/BioNTech)[Trainer Slides] Download (6 MB)
Vaccination against COVID-19 - Primary vaccination of children 5 to 11 year-olds The use of Comirnaty® 10 micrograms/dose (COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine, Pfizer/BioNTech)
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Version log for this learning resource with dates of updates and changes made.
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This resource aims to: Help support healthcare practitioners to gain the knowledge and skills required to administer vaccines to those aged 5-11 years in accordance with guidance from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) and...
Vaccinating those aged 12-17yrs
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COVID-19 vaccination programme : vaccinating children and young people aged 12 to 17 years [trainer slides] Download (6 MB)
This resource aims to help support healthcare practitioners involved with the administration of vaccines to children and young people: topics include informed consent and considerations for children and young people, including those with...
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COVID-19 vaccination programme : vaccinating children and young people aged 12 to 17 years (key recommendations) [trainer slides] Download (2 MB)
This resource aims to highlight some key recommendations and considerations relating to the offer of COVID-19 vaccination to children and young people as advised by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).
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Version log for this learning resource with dates of updates and changes made.
Vaccine Specific Training Resources
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 under the following headings:
- Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) 30 micrograms/dose COVID-19 Vaccine
- AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria®) COVID-19 Vaccine
- Moderna (Spikevax®)COVID-19 Vaccine
- Third primary dose
- Booster programme
- Vaccination clinics
You will also find version control logs that highlights any updates made to the resources.
Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) COVID-19 Vaccine 30 micrograms/dose licensed for those aged 12 years and above
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Vaccination against COVID-19 : the use of Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) 30 micrograms/dose COVID-19 vaccine training resource Download (10 MB)
This training slide set provides specific information about the Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) COVID-19 vaccine. It is designed to provide healthcare workers involved in delivering the Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) COVID-19 vaccine with the knowledge...
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Version logs for Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) vaccine specific learning resources with list of updates and changes made.
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Management of the COVID-19 Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) vaccine at very low temperatures Download (3 MB)
This resource is aimed at NHS Pharmacy Departments and Vaccine Holding Centres that have been agreed as suitable locations for the storage of vaccines at ultra low temperatures. The aim of this resource is to introduce pharmacy staff to the...
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Version logs for management of the COVID-19 Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) vaccine at very low temperatures pharmacy resource with list of updates and changes made.
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NOTE :- This video depicts the preparation of Pfizer 30ml which has been licenced for those aged 12 years and above. This short video is designed to support vaccinators with the preparation of the Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) COVID-19...
AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria®) COVID-19 Vaccine
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Vaccination against COVID-19 : the use of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria®) training resource Download (7 MB)
This learning is designed to provide vaccinators with the knowledge they need to safely and effectively deliver this vaccine. The resource covers key information including how the vaccine works, how it should be stored, prepared and administered...
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Version logs for learning resources with updates and changes made.
Moderna (Spikevax®) COVID-19 Vaccine
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Vaccination against COVID-19 : the use of COVID-19 vaccine Moderna (Spikevax®) training resource Download (6 MB)
This learning is designed to provide vaccinators with the knowledge they need to safely and effectively deliver this vaccine. The resource covers key information including how the vaccine works, how it should be stored, prepared and administered...
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Version logs for learning resources with updates and changes made.
Third primary dose
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Vaccination against COVID-19 : third primary dose for those aged 12 years and over [trainer slides] Download (5 MB)
This resource aims to equip healthcare practitioners with guidance in relation to the third primary dose vaccination as advised by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI). Please note: These educational resources continue to be...
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Version log for this learning resource with dates of updates and changes made.
Booster programme
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This resource aims to equip practitioners with the knowledge to support the safe and effective offer of a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine.
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All updates and additions to the learning resources can be found here. To help keep up to date please check this on a regular basis.
Vaccination clinic posters
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Information on the presentation, doses and storage of COVID-19 Vaccines. NOTE: The 15-minute post vaccination observation period mentioned within this resource has been temporarily suspended for more information see the Green Book Chapter 14a...
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Version logs for the vaccine product information poster with list of updates and changes made.
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NOTE: The 15-minute post vaccination observation period mentioned within this resource has been temporarily suspended for more information see the Green Book Chapter 14a Pages 31-32 and the relevant learning resource within these pages. Scottish...
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Version logs for the vaccine product information poster with list of updates and changes made.
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COVID-19 vaccination : Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) vaccine: comparison of available presentations Download (611 KB)
Information on Pfizer BioNTech (Comirnaty®) Vaccine: Comparison of available presentations
Core Learning Training Resources
Core Learning for COVID-19 Vaccinators Training Resources have now been transferred to Interactive eLearning for learners to complete directly - Please contact if you wish to discuss further
Intramuscular (IM) Injection Technique
This short learning resource and video on intramuscular injections are intended to support practitioners administering COVID-19 Vaccines:
Supported Learning Training Resources
Pregnancy, breastfeeding and women's health
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Please watch this brief video clip that supports the pregnancy, breastfeeding and women's health learning resource. Please note that the number of pregnant women quoted in the clip has now changed since the time of recording. This resource is...
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COVID-19 vaccination programme : pregnancy, breastfeeding and women's health training resource Download (12 MB)
This training resource aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to discuss the risks and benefits of COVID-19 vaccines for women of childbearing age. There is also an accompanying introduction video.
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Version control log : pregnancy, breastfeeding and women's health learning resource Download (31 KB)
All updates and additions to the learning resources can be found here. To help keep up to date please check this on a regular basis.
Vaccination, safety and security
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This learning resource is aimed at staff working in vaccination settings e.g. vaccinators and volunteers and looks at your role in to promoting safety and security. It will provide you with a practical example to work through and enable you to...
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A number of people arriving for their vaccine may feel anxious being back in public spaces or anxious about receiving their vaccine. In such circumstances, people may behave differently and in a small number of cases may challenge, if asked, to do...
Person-centered care
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This resource aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to recognise, manage and support individuals who are experiencing Procedural Anxiety during vaccination procedures. This resource may also be helpful for staff who are...
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This resource aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to manage and support children and young people with procedural distress during vaccination procedures.
Consent
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These slides are aimed at all vaccinators and includes information on consent, informed consent, capacity, scenario for discussion and resources.
Webinars
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This webinar is an update for health professionals in relation to the COVID-19 vaccination programme, focussing on current guidance and recommendations relating to pregnancy, breastfeeding and women’s health. Please note we use the term pregnant...
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This webinar recording provides an update to practitioners on the current guidance and support for managing people with allergies in relation to COVID-19 vaccination was held on the 23rd of March 2021. The recording can be viewed here. Please note...
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