Learning objectives
After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

• List at least one key foundation of immunology and how it relates to the practice of vaccination.
• Distinguish between live and inactive vaccines.
• Describe at least eight key vaccine-preventable diseases.
• Provide at least two examples of how vaccinations can positively impact the morbidity and mortality of preventable diseases.
• Identify at least two locations where pharmacy professionals can find the most current vaccine-related information.
• List at least two contraindications or precautions to consider when using each approved vaccine product.
• Name at least two advisory panels involved in determining best immunization practices.
• Discuss the eight essential components in an immunization history and use them to design an appropriate immunization program.
• Recall three critical concerns to be mindful of when responding to and reporting vaccine-related adverse events.
• Name the five vaccination-specific facts that must be documented with each vaccine administration.
• Develop approaches to debunking the 10 common myths about vaccine use.
• Recognize the two most common adverse events associated with immunizations, and give examples of how to respond to them.