Activity Overview

This training program includes 2-hours of on-demand lecture and live skills assessment completed with a qualified pharmacist of your choice. Upon completion of this training, participants will be prepared to provide immunizations at their place of employment based on federal and state law, the scope of practice, and requirements of supervision. Supplementary home-study courses are available for pharmacy technicians that require > 3 hours of CPE to provide immunizations in their specific state

This activity will prepare pharmacy technicians to effectively administer immunizations and will improve their knowledge base regarding immunizations. This activity will also provide important immunization-related updates for participating pharmacists and other health care providers with a refresher on administration technique.

Information regarding vaccines and COVID-19 is ever-changing, and this presentation may not cover all current information.

Learning Objectives

• Identify the appropriate type, dosage, and route of administration of various vaccines

• Describe the role of a pharmacy technician in administering immunizations

• Implement appropriate procedures for storage of vaccines, patient documentation, and evaluation of potential contraindications for vaccines

• Demonstrate proper technique for preparing and administering immunizations

Course Requirements

1. Watch the entire on-demand training video.

2. Take post-test.

3. Complete a live skills assessment with a qualified pharmacist of your choice and email or fax the form to Powell Health at (208)-754-2005.