2021 Immunization Update Course

2021 Immunization Update Course is organized by University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy.

Release Date: Sep 10, 2021
Credit Expiration Date: Sep 10, 2023

Program Overview:
This program consists of 2 videos and downloadable resources in PDF format.  To begin, take the ungraded pre-test in a module below.  Review the module's video and handout(s), then complete the post-test ( > 70% within 5 attempts) and evaluation. CPE credit will automatically upload to CPE Monitor (allow 7 days). 

Learning Objectives:
• Identify changes or updates to the January 2021 Immunization Schedules for persons aged 0 through 18 years and adults.
• Evaluate the most current Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations and CDC best practice guidelines.
• Discuss vaccines under investigation or in the pipeline.
• Discuss the status of COVID-19 with regards to immunizations and variants in U.S.
• Examine the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the status of non-covid vaccinations/preventable diseases.
• Discuss vaccine hesitancy and special populations who may not wish to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and the impact/forecast on reaching herd immunity in the U.S.