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Enhancing pharmacy technician roles: Immunisation training program development

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dc.contributor.authorValeiro, Carolina
dc.contributor.authorSilva, Vítor
dc.contributor.authorBalteiro, Jorge
dc.contributor.authorPatterson, Diane
dc.contributor.authorBezerra, Gilberto
dc.contributor.authorMealiff, Karen
dc.contributor.authorMatos, Cristiano
dc.contributor.authorJesus, Ângelo
dc.contributor.authorJoaquim, João
dc.contributor.authorJesus, Ângelo
dc.date.accessioned2026-09-16T09:32:20Z
dc.date.available2026-09-16T09:32:20Z
dc.date.issued2025-10
dc.description.abstractPharmacy technicians (PTs) are increasingly involved in immunisation services, enhancing accessibility and reducing pharmacies’ workload by taking on supportive tasks and helping with vaccine administration. Expanding their responsibilities requires appropriate training to ensure competence and regulatory compliance. Design and develop a training programme that equips PTs with the knowledge and skills necessary to support immunisation services safely and effectively. Comparative analysis of nine immunisation training programmes for health professionals (3 specific for PTs). Programmes were identified through official education providers and professional associations across multiple countries. Data on training organiser (e.g., institution or regulatory body), structure, duration, content, delivery methods, and certification were extracted. A training program totalling 8-10 hours was developed, comprising 5-6 hours of theoretical instruction and 3-4 hours of supervised practical training. Modules included are immunology, anatomy, physiology, public health, pharmacovigilance, vaccine-specific knowledge, clinical safety, ethics, and hands-on practice. The course employs a diverse range of teaching methods (e-learning, virtual lectures, case-based discussions, role-playing exercises, and simulations). Competence is evaluated through quizzes, case analyses, and practical assessments. The programme is currently in the piloting phase and has not yet been implemented. By synthesizing evidence from existing curricula and aligning training content with the evolving role of PTs, this programme offers a structured, flexible, and practice-oriented approach to skills development. Its implementation may strengthen the readiness of PTs to participate in immunisation services, improve public health outcomes, and promote workforce.eng
dc.identifier.citationValeiro, C., Silva, V., Balteiro, J., Patterson, D., Bezerra, G., Mealiff, K., Matos, C., Jesus, Â., & Joaquim, J. (2025). Enhancing pharmacy technician roles: Immunisation training program development. 13th APLF Annual Conference, TherapeuTic advances in drug safety 16(S1), 51. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/epub/10.1177/20420986251379201
dc.identifier.doi10.1177/20420986251379201
dc.identifier.eissn2042-0994
dc.identifier.issn2042-0986
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10400.22/32716
dc.language.isoeng
dc.peerreviewedyes
dc.publisherSAGE Publications
dc.relation“Introducing Pharmacy Technicians as Immunizers through E-Learning” (2024-1-BE01-KA210-VET-000251165)
dc.relation.hasversionhttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/20420986251379201
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/
dc.subjectPharmacy technicians
dc.subjectImmunisation training
dc.subjectCurriculum development
dc.subjectVaccine delivery
dc.titleEnhancing pharmacy technician roles: Immunisation training program developmenteng
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oaire.citation.conferenceDate2025-10
oaire.citation.conferencePlaceAveiro
oaire.citation.issueS1
oaire.citation.startPage51
oaire.citation.title13th APLF Annual Conference - TherapeuTic advances in drug safety
oaire.citation.volume16
oaire.versionhttp://purl.org/coar/version/c_970fb48d4fbd8a85
person.familyNameJesus
person.givenNameÂngelo
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person.identifier.orcid0000-0003-3972-8253
person.identifier.ridA-4404-2012
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