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:
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.
Local immunisation programmes BCG endorsement Yellow fever vaccination (external site)
To become an authorised vaccinator in the Auckland region, you need to follow the following steps:
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.
Auckland region guides and forms
National guidance and forms
Last updated 26.3.2024
For queries, email us on vaccinator@adhb.govt.nz