The 24 October Immunisation Skills Workshop is focused in the areas of promoting vaccine confidence, how to have difficult conversations and managing adverse events.
Before registering for this event, please read the following information, and ensure you have read our MVEC Policies.
Details for the day
Morning tea will be provided. Upon registration, you will be able to notify us of any dietary requirements.
Parking is available onsite at RCH ($39 for > 5 hours or full day); time-limited, on-street parking is available in the surrounding streets; RCH is accessible via tram routes 57, 58 and 59. If driving, please allow plenty of time for traffic and to find parking.
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October 2025 Immunisation Skills Workshop Program |
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8:00–8:30 am |
Registration |
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8:30–8:40 am |
Acknowledgement of country and introduction to the day Ms Rachael McGuire |
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8:40–10:00 am |
Promoting vaccine confidence (Group work) Presented by Dr Jessica Kaufman |
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10:00–10:30 am |
The hidden benefits of vaccination Presented by Dr Aaron Weinman |
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10:30–11:00 am |
Morning tea break |
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11:00–11:30 am |
Common adverse events following immunisation (AEFIs) Presented by Ms Rachael McGuire |
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11:30 am – 12:15 pm |
CPR Practical Delivered by PAEDS Education |
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12:15–1:15 pm |
Management of AEFI (Simulation) Delivered by PAEDS Education |
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1:15–1:30 pm |
Reflections, closing and evaluation Ms Rachael McGuire |
FAQs
How is the Immunisation Skills Workshop different from the CVU?
The workshop is run for a much smaller group than our Clinical Vaccinology Updates. It is less data-heavy and involves small group activities and participation in simulated scenarios, enabling participants to engage in their learning in a different way to the CVU.
Who is the workshop for?
The workshop is for all immunisation providers, whether new to immunising or experienced, who are looking to improve their vaccine communication skills.
If I attended a previous MVEC skills workshop, will it be useful to attend this one?
The program for the October 2025 Immunisation Skills Workshop is not exactly the same as previous workshops. However, there is a significant overlap in the themes and skills covered. If you attended a previous workshop, we would recommend waiting for future workshops covering different themes, rather than attending the October 2025 workshop.
Can I be put in a group with my friends for the interactive sessions?
Participants are allocated to small groups for the simulation portion of the Skills Workshop. We try to mix up the groups so that participants can hear the perspectives of other providers working in different clinics/councils. Depending on the registrations, participants may or may not be allocated into a group with their colleagues.
How much participation is required?
The workshop includes presentations, group work and simulated scenarios. All attendees are required to participate throughout the day.
The group work and simulations are conducted in a confidential and supportive environment. There is no pass or fail; the workshop is safe a place to make mistakes. Active participation will maximise your learning outcomes.
Course Includes
- 1 eLearning
- Course Certificate