This course provides nurse vaccinators, pharmacist vaccinators, and other authorised vaccinators with the essential resuscitation knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively to medical emergencies in vaccination, community, and healthcare settings. The course is aligned with the New Zealand Immunisation Handbook and reflects nationally recognised vaccinator resuscitation content delivered by the Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC).
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19 June3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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23 July3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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20 August3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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25 September3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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22 October3 hours, 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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20 November3 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 for adults, children, and infants
- Safely use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Recognise and respond to anaphylaxis, including adrenaline administration
- Manage choking and airway obstruction
- Apply oxygen therapy and basic airway management
- Prepare and check emergency equipment for readiness
- Work effectively as part of a team‑based emergency response
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for:
- Nurse vaccinators
- Pharmacist vaccinators
- Registered nurses involved in immunisation
- Pharmacists involved in immunisation
- Other authorised vaccinators requiring resuscitation training to meet authorisation or renewal 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, supporting vaccinator authorisation and renewal requirements in accordance with the New Zealand Immunisation Handbook (IMAC). Certificate validity: 2 years.
Inclusions
- Practical, scenario‑based resuscitation training
- CPR manikins and AED trainers
- Anaphylaxis response practice
- Choking management training
- Oxygen therapy practice
- 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 vaccination practice and meet national standards. This course supports compliance with IMAC requirements, strengthens emergency response capability, and promotes safe and confident vaccination delivery across both nursing and pharmacy settings.
Prerequisites
- Must be a vaccinator or health professional involved in immunisation
