Talking with Clients and Peers about Vaccinations
Course Description: 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. Participants will be better prepared to confidently address vaccine hesitancy and misinformation. The training provides tools that can be used to communicate information about vaccines, vaccine safety, and the advantages of vaccinations which will promote vaccine acceptance, inform immunization decisions, and safeguard community health.
Modules:
- Understanding the importance of vaccines
- Talking with clients and peers about vaccines
- Identifying cultural and health literacy diversity for effective communication
- Final assessment and conclusion
- Next steps
Course Completion Time: 2 hours
Originating University: Oregon State University
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