We know you do this by acting as a vital link between communities and health, local authority and voluntary services.
This training will support you to:
- work on specific projects and actively engage with communities in making sense of the issues which affect their lives
- ensure that local people have their say
- build links with other groups and agencies
- help to raise public awareness on the impact of low vaccine uptake
Course content
The provider will use a range of training methods to engage with you and help you to develop your skills and knowledge in this area.
Some of the topics covered will be:
- understanding the importance of vaccines and the key features of vaccination programmes
- sources of vaccine concern and vaccine hesitancy regarding a named vaccination programme
- what can impact on behaviour change and how to explore these factors with an individual
- how to apply models of behaviour change in a brief intervention or conversation with an individual
You will receive a RSPH Level 2 Award upon successful completion which will demonstrate your commitment to improving public health.
Training dates
Four training courses are available:
- 16 and 17 April 2024 (mornings) - online course (you will need to attend both 3-hour sessions)
- 11 September 2024 - full day in person at Bolsover (venue to be confirmed)
- 18 September 2024 - full day in person at South Derbyshire (venue to be confirmed)
- 16 and 17 October 2024 (mornings) - online course (you will need to attend both 3-hour sessions)
Book your place on a course
Who the course is aimed at
People who might be interested in this course include:
- community development workers
- community leaders
- public health advocates
- those who play an active role within the community and have an interest in this area
Course costs
The course is free for all who would like to attend, providing that a part of their function is working with Derbyshire residents.