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Vaccinator authorisation

Authorised vaccinators are health professionals who can legally administer vaccines that are part of an approved immunisation programme, without the need for a prescription or standing order.

Authorised vaccinators can only independently administer vaccines that are part of an approved immunisation programme. These can either be:

  • national immunisation programmes approved by the Ministry of Health, such as the National Immunisation Schedule; or
  • local immunisation programmes approved by the local Medical Officer of Health for a specific region.

 

How to become an authorised vaccinator

Further information on vaccination provision is available from Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora: Our vaccinating workforce. This includes guidance on different vaccinator roles, including pharmacist vaccinators.

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To become an authorised vaccinator in the Auckland region, you need to follow the following steps:

  1. Check that you are eligible to apply
  2. Gather your required documents
  3. Complete an application for vaccinator authorisation (.docx)
  4. Email your completed application form to vaccinator@adhb.govt.nz
  5. Wait for your vaccinator authorisation certificate
  6. Reapply to renew your vaccinator authorisation 4 weeks before expiry

For more information download the Guide to becoming an authorised vaccinator in the Auckland region (PDF).

There are three different types of vaccinator authorisation given in the Auckland region:

1. General authorisation
Authorised vaccinators can independently administer vaccines to all age groups as part of an approved immunisation programme.

2. Age-restricted authorisation
Authorised vaccinators can independently administer vaccines to individuals aged 3 years or older as part of an approved immunisation programme.

3. Limited vaccine authorisation
Authorised vaccinators can independently administer specified vaccines as part of an approved immunisation programme.

Last updated 26.3.2024

For queries, email us on vaccinator@adhb.govt.nz

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