Foundation Childhood Imms Course 28 and 30 July 2026

Two-Day Live Webinar: 28 & 30 July 2026

Build confidence in delivering the UK childhood immunisation programme safely, effectively and in line with current national guidance.

This two-day foundation course is ideal for healthcare professionals who are new to childhood immunisations or require a structured update before undertaking immunisation practice.

Course dates: Tuesday 28 July and Thursday 30 July 2026
Time: 09:00–16:00 each day
Format: Live webinar
Course lead: Kirsty Armstrong
CPD: 12 hours participatory learning

Course Overview

Childhood immunisation is one of the most important public health interventions in the UK. This foundation course provides healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge required to understand vaccine-preventable diseases, the UK childhood immunisation schedule, safe vaccine administration, consent, cold chain management, documentation and communication with parents and carers.

The course is interactive, practical and case-based, supporting clinicians to develop safe and confident immunisation practice.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

Practice nurses, nurses new to immunisation, nursing associates, health visitors, school nurses, pharmacists, healthcare professionals working in general practice, and clinicians preparing to deliver childhood vaccinations.

Course Content

Day One: Foundations of Childhood Immunisation

• Principles of immunisation
• How vaccines work
• Vaccine-preventable diseases
• UK childhood immunisation schedule
• Consent and professional accountability
• PGDs, national protocols and legal frameworks
• Cold chain management
• Documentation and record keeping

Day Two: Safe Immunisation Practice

• Vaccine preparation and administration
• Injection sites and technique
• Contraindications and precautions
• Managing adverse events
• Anaphylaxis awareness
• Catch-up schedules
• Children with complex needs
• Addressing vaccine hesitancy
• Case studies and knowledge assessment

Course Lead: Kirsty Armstrong
Immunisation educator and specialist in childhood immunisation training.

Why Book This Course?

This course is designed to support safe, confident and evidence-based childhood immunisation practice in UK healthcare settings. Delegates will receive practical teaching, case-based discussion and resources to support learning and workplace development.

Important Note

Delegates must follow local employer policies and complete supervised practice and competency assessment before administering vaccines independently. Delegates must complete a form confirming they have a mentor before attending the course and have completed the pre-course reading.

Book Your Place

Places are limited for this live webinar.

Book now: www.belmatt.co.uk
Contact: [email protected]