Note: From 1 July 2026, fees will apply to some vaccinator training courses, as temporary funding that enabled full fee subsidies from Health New Zealand has ended. Course fees are shown when the course is selected, or you can click here for a table of new course fees, effective from 1 July, and more information. Please note that foundation‑level courses will remain free to support employers and new vaccinators entering the workforce.

Course Completion Requirement: This course must be completed within 3 months of enrolment date.

Introduction to immunisation course

This 2-hour course provides a broad overview about immunisation and vaccines in New Zealand. It includes essential knowledge to assist in vaccination-related roles. On completion, you will be able to share knowledge to support conversations with individuals, caregivers, and whānau.

Registration requirements

This course is open to anyone working within the New Zealand health workforce.

Course content

• Understanding the basics of immunisation.
• Vaccine preventable diseases
• Types of vaccines
• Vaccine development safety
• Vaccination events across the lifespan
• Access, equity and conversations
• The cold chain
• Vaccine administration

Assessment

The assessment is a set of 10 multiple choice questions with 20 minutes to complete.