This course provides vaccinators with the essential resuscitation knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively to emergencies in both community and healthcare settings. It is aligned with the New Zealand Immunisation Handbook and reflects the nationally recognised content delivered by the Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC), including CPR, AED use, choking management, and anaphylaxis response.
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23 April3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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01 May3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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07 May3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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14 May3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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21 May3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply Basic Life Support (BLS) principles relevant to vaccination settings
- Demonstrate effective CPR techniques
- Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) safely
- Recognise and respond to anaphylaxis
- Manage choking incidents
- Prepare and check emergency equipment for readiness
- Work effectively in a team based emergency response
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for:
- Vaccinators and healthcare professionals who need resuscitation training to meet authorisation requirements
Prerequisites
- Must be a vaccinator or health professional involved in immunisation
Duration
3 hours
Cost
$199 NZD (ex GST)
Certification
Participants receive a Resuscitation for Vaccinators Certificate, meeting the requirements for vaccinator authorisation and renewal.
Inclusions
- Practical, scenario‑based resuscitation training
- CPR manikins and AED trainers
- Anaphylaxis response practice
- Choking management
- Certificate of completion
- Support for meeting vaccinator resuscitation requirements
Delivery Options
- Your workplace
- Jumpstart training venue
- Flexible scheduling to support busy clinical rosters
Why This Course Matters
Vaccinators must maintain current resuscitation skills to ensure safe practice and meet national standards. This course ensures compliance, strengthens emergency response capability, and supports safe vaccination delivery across all settings.
Prerequisites
- Must be a vaccinator or health professional involved in immunisation
