Training modules are available to all immunisation providers delivering COVID-19 vaccines in WA, and all professionals should complete the training modules prior to commencing their role in vaccination clinics.
All professionals must print out their certificate after successful completion of each module, as evidence and to provide to their employer.
Sections 1 and 2 below meet the approved education requirements of the CEO of Health SASA’s for registered nurses, midwives, enrolled nurses and pharmacists.
1) Australian Government COVID-19 vaccination training program
All certified immunisation providers are required to complete this training PRIOR to engaging in the administration of COVID-19 vaccines.
This national COVID-19 vaccination training program is developed by the Australian College of Nursing.
For more information and to access the course, please visit the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care website (external site).
2) WA Supplementary module for health professionals
The WA Supplementary Information for Health Professionals module (external site) should take approximately 15 minutes to complete and is to be read in conjunction with relevant area service developed standard operating procedures to deliver vaccination services.
Whilst Medical Practitioners (GPs) and Registered Nurses do not need to work under the authority of a SASA, as they can independently order and administer vaccines, it is highly recommended they complete the short WA supplementary module which outlines specific WA information not captured in the Australian Government COVID-19 vaccination training program.
3) VaccinateWA training module (WA Health staff only)
The VaccinateWA education module provides an overview of the system used to support the end to end delivery of COVID-19 vaccines. Access to the VaccinateWA application, training module and user guides are available through VaccinateWA (WA Health staff only).