The NPA is offering refresher training for those pharmacists who do not need live face to face training this year. This is being offered at a reduced rate of £26 plus VAT.
The criteria for eligibility to this refresher training is:
The pharmacist must have successfully administered 30 or more vaccines during the previous flu season, AND
Has successfully completed an accredited, face-to-face, seasonal flu training course (vaccination techniques, basic life support, anaphylaxis management) within the last 12 months, and has a certificate for this; AND
The pharmacist must complete online training modules on vaccination techniques, anaphylaxis management and influenza; AND
The pharmacist must sign a declaration to confirm that they are trained, confident and competent to offer the service including treatment of anaphylaxis and resuscitation techniques
What’s included
Online learning + assessment + certificate on vaccination techniques, management of anaphylaxis and influenza included – all must be completed by each pharmacist
Private PGDs for: general influenza vaccination, Fluenz Tetra, Intanza, Tamiflu, Adrenaline and Hepatitis B
Next steps
If you meet the requirements of criteria 1 and 2 above and want to access the NPA online refresher training CLICK HERE to visit the NPA website. To qualify for the rate of £26.00 plus VAT you must include the LPC details following your pharmacy name on the submission form.