Activity Description
After completing this module, participants will be able to:
- Describe the importance of vaccines, how they work, and the different types of vaccines, including the role of boosters and herd immunity.
- Summarize the vaccine development and licensure process in the U.S., including clinical trials and evidence-based recommendations.
- Explain how vaccine safety is monitored, including active and passive surveillance systems and real-world examples of their application.
- Identify common vaccine ingredients, their purpose, and address misconceptions regarding safety concerns with evidence-based explanations.
✓ Continuing Medical Education
✓ Certificate of Completion
Continuing Education
This module is approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM, or a certificate of completion for individuals who do not need CME credit. Each participant may only claim credit once per module. The post-test must be completed to earn credit.
For questions regarding continuing education, please email cire.cme@ndsu.edu.
Continuing Medical Education
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Minnesota Medical Association and NDSU. The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Minnesota Medical Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Certificate of Completion
For individuals who are not eligible for or do not require continuing education credit, we also offer a Certificate of Completion. This certificate is not continuing education credit in any form; rather, it simply verifies that you have finished the module. It may be useful for students or employees who are required to document completion as part of their training or coursework.
Instructions
To receive a CME or completion certificate, complete the following steps:
- Complete the pre-test.
- Watch each of the four videos below.
- Complete the post-test.
Videos do not need to be watched in order, or all at once.
Understanding Vaccine Basics
Key topics:
- Importance of vaccines
- How vaccines work
- Different types of vaccines
- Role of boosters
- Herd immunity
Vaccine Development
Key topics:
- How vaccines are developed, licensed, and recommended for use in the U.S.
- Clinical trials and placebo controls
Vaccine Safety
Key topics:
- Vaccine safety monitoring in the U.S.
- Active vs. passive surveillance
- Examples of vaccine safety monitoring systems in use
Vaccine Ingredients
Key topics:
- Vaccine ingredients and their purposes
- Categories of vaccine ingredients
- Misconceptions about specific vaccine ingredients (thimerosal, formaldehyde, aluminum)
- How to address concerns about vaccine ingredients
Post-Test and Evaluation
To earn CME credit or a certificate of completion, all four module videos must be watched in full. After viewing all videos, please complete the post-test that corresponds to the type of credit you wish to claim. Each participant may claim credit or a certificate only once for completing this module. The post-test is required to receive credit or a certificate.
For questions regarding continuing education, please email cire.cme@ndsu.edu.
CME Certificate
For medical professionals who can utilize AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM for certification and licensing.
Please open the post-test in a new tab by right clicking the link, then selecting "Open in New Tab."