Getting Started in Vaccine Education

If you choose to adopt an EXCITE program, we encourage you to connect with your regional EXCITE Health Agent to support the implementation, reporting, and evaluation process so we can collectively demonstrate program impact to stakeholders. Find your regional health agent contact at https://excite.extension.org/about/

Introduction to Immunization Education Courses

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EXCITE: Vaccine Ambassador Training Program (online course)

Online Class

Getting Started: Vaccine Education Onboarding (Clemson)

A series of stand-alone interactive modules covering essential topics such as the science of vaccination, the role of extension agents, and strategies to overcome barriers in rural areas.
Online Class

Talking with Clients and Peers about Vaccinations (Oregon State)

Intended to help health workers develop both the knowledge and the skills in order to effectively communicate the importance of vaccinations, vaccine schedules, and where to locate immunizations.
Online Class

How to Talk to your Patients About Vaccination (Arkansas)

This online course is designed to equip healthcare providers with the necessary skills and knowledge to communicate effectively with patients about immunizations.
All/Getting Started with Immunization/Online Immunization Education Courses
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This website was developed with support from the Extension Foundation.
This work is supported through an Interagency Agreement (IAA) with the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). AWARD NO: 2021-77041-34831

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