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:,• dentify 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.