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Register NowImmunization Certification
Immunization-certified pharmacists are authorized in Texas to administer a variety or adult vaccines and childhood influenza vaccines under standing orders from a licensed physician.
Pharmacist immunization certification requirements: Pharmacists who enter into a written protocol with a physician to administer immunizations or vaccinations shall complete a course provided by an ACPE approved provider which requires documentation by the pharmacist of current certification in the American Heart Association's Basic Cardiac Life Support for Health-Care Providers or its equivalent; and is an evidence-based course which includes study material; hands-on training in techniques for administering immunizations or vaccines; and requires testing with a passing score; and meets current Center for Disease Control training guidelines and provides a minimum of 20 hours of instruction and experiential training in the following content areas: standards for pediatric, adolescent, and adult immunization practices; basic immunology and vaccine protection; vaccine-preventable diseases; recommended immunization schedules (pediatric/adolescent/adult); vaccine storage and management; informed consent; physiology and techniques for vaccine administration; pre and post-vaccine assessment and counseling; immunization record management; and adverse events identification and appropriate response; documentation and reporting; and maintain documentation of completion of the initial course.
TPA provides APhA’s Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery program throughout the year. This course is an innovative and interactive training program that teaches pharmacists the skills necessary to become a primary source for vaccine information and administration. The program teaches the basics of immunology and focuses on practice implementation and legal/regulatory issues. Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery certificate training program is a Practice-based activity conducted in two parts – a self-study learning component and a live training seminar. A Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to participants who successfully complete all program components.
For information on upcoming Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery courses, click here to view the TPA Calendar of Events.
To Maintain Immunization Certification
To maintain immunization certification, pharmacists must:
TPA provides immunization continuing education that will help meet the pharmacist's continuing education requirement for certification. To check upcoming dates visit the TPA Calendar of Events, or attend online CE: view our Webinar Schedule, our Online Self-Paced CE catalog or your Online CE Portfolio.
Education Opportunities
TPA offers online, self-paced immunization education at the Rxperts Center for Excellence:
TPA provides live immunization education at the TPA Conference & Expo.
Resources
Sample Immunization Standing Order
Children Vaccination Schedule 0-6 Years
Children Vaccination Schedule 7-18 Years
Adult Vaccination Schedule Over 18 Years
Vaccines for Children Provider Application
Guidelines for Vaccinating Pregnant Women