Understand the changes: Join the National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance Australia (NCIRS).

From 1 October 2026, COVID-19 vaccines will transition to the National Immunisation Program (NIP), marking a significant change in how COVID-19 vaccination is funded and managed in Australia. The session will conclude with a live Q&A panel, providing participants with an opportunity to ask questions about implementing the changes in practice.

Who Should Attend?

• This webinar is open to all health professionals including Aboriginal Health Practitioners, GPs, GP Registrars, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, and practice managers and practice nurses.

Course Overview

The NCIRS webinar will cover:

• the current burden of COVID-19 disease in Australia
• the latest evidence on COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness and safety
• updated COVID-19 vaccination recommendations, the reasons for these changes and eligibility for a funded dose
• the implications of the transition to the NIP for providers and patients
• practical approaches to discussing vaccination recommendations with patients
• vaccine ordering, distribution and delivery under NIP arrangements.

Can’t make it live? Register anyway. The webinar will be recorded and made available here. Registrants will receive a link once it is available.

CPD

Please contact the organiser below

Cost

• Free

Questions?

Contact: SCHN-NCIRS@health.nsw.gov.au