Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune
(Deemed to be University)
Dr. D. Y. Patil School of Allied Health Sciences,
Sant Tukaram Nagar, Pimpri, Pune-411018.

Training Course on Immunization Practice

training course onimmunization practice

About Us

Dr. D. Y. Patil School of Allied Health Sciences is a constituent of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be a university). The college has conceptualized and launched Allied Health Programmes in various disciplines, which are meant to equip the health care professionals with the advanced tools they need to survive in this present era of fierce competition and specialization.

Why Need of This Course?

Training courses on immunization practice are essential for various reasons:

1  Ensuring Safe and Effective Immunization: Immunization is a critical public health intervention that helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases and protects individuals and communities from potentially severe illnesses. Proper training ensures healthcare professionals administer vaccines safely and effectively, minimizing the risk of adverse events.

2 Staying Updated with Guidelines: Immunization recommendations and guidelines are continually evolving based on new research, vaccine availability, and disease patterns. Training courses keep healthcare workers informed about the latest developments and ensure they are following evidence-based practices.

3 Handling Adverse Events: While vaccines are generally safe, adverse events can occur rarely. Training courses prepare healthcare professionals to recognize and manage any adverse events associated with immunization effectively.

4 Creating Immunization Advocates: Healthcare professionals who undergo training become advocates for immunization. They can actively promote vaccination in their communities, leading to increased vaccination rates and improved public health outcomes.

5 Reducing Vaccine-Preventable Diseases: By ensuring healthcare professionals are well-trained in immuniza- tion practice, vaccination rates can be increased, leading to a reduction in vaccine- preventable diseases and their associated complications.

6 Supporting Immunization Campaigns: During mass immunization campaigns (e.g., during outbreaks or pande- mics), trained healthcare workers are essential to efficiently administer vaccines and reach as many people as possible.

Objective of Course

  • Enhance knowledge, skills, and core competencies of Health Care Professionals related to immunization.
  • Establish networks between trained medical practitioners and existing specialties.

Highlights

  • Comprehensive and up to date Content & Curriculum
  • Expert Faculty
  • Hands on experience in OPD, wards & Skill Lab
  • Convenient Class Schedule

Eligibility

Medical graduates interns (Allopathy, Ayurvedic, Homeopathic, Modern Medicine, Registered Nurses & Pharmacists)

Course Contents

Sr.No. Module Content
1 Immunology & Childhood Vaccination Childhood Morbidity, Mortality, and Immunization course, Basics in Immunology and Vaccines, Common Childhood Diseases and Vaccination, National Immunization Schedule, IAP Schedule, Special Immunization Programs.
2 Optimal Cold Chain & Vaccine Storage for Effective Immunization Ensuring Vaccine Potency and Safety, Cold Chain System and its Maintenance, Vaccine Monitoring Tools.
3 Safe Immunization Practice & Immunization Waste Management Introduction to Safe Immunization Practices, Safe Injection Practice during Vaccination and Immunization Waste Disposal, Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI), ID Surveillance (Infectious Diseases Surveillance), Effective Communication with Clients
4 Additional Childhood Vaccines & Immunization in Adolescents, Adults & Special Situations. Additional Childhood Vaccines, Immunization in Adolescents, Adults & geriatric population, Traveler’s Diseases and Vaccination, Immunization in Special Situations.

Fees structure –

Rs. 15,000/- and examination fees as per university rule.

Admission Process –

- Submit application form (Online/Offline).

- Admission based on merit list and personal interviews/ discussion.

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