Activity Description

Our free, self-paced learning program offers five, one-hour modules designed for current and future healthcare professionals seeking up-to-date, evidence-based vaccine education. Each module includes 3–4 short videos covering core vaccine topics—from fundamentals and development to safety, ingredients, and communication. Participants may complete any combination of modules in any order, with the option to earn free Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit or a certificate of completion, allowing maximum flexibility to meet individual learning needs and schedules.

These modules were created in partnership with Sanford Health.

✓ Continuing Medical Education

✓ Certificate of Completion

Continuing Education

Each of the five modules offers 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, for a total of 5 credits available if all modules are completed. Participants may only claim credit once per module. The post-test for each module must be completed in order to earn credit.

For questions regarding continuing education, please email cire.cme@ndsu.edu.

Continuing Medical Education (CME)

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.

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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.

Core Vaccine Concepts

Videos in this module:

  • Understanding Vaccine Basics
  • Vaccine Development
  • Vaccine Safety
  • Vaccine Ingredients
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Vaccine Side Effects and Safety

Videos in this module:

  • Vaccine Side Effects
  • Evaluating Scientific Evidence
  • VAERS and Common Misconceptions
  • The National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program
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Understanding Vaccine Recommendations

Videos in this module:

  • The Recommended Immunization Schedule
  • Vaccines & Pregnancy
  • Why Do We Vaccinate Against “Rare” Diseases?
  • Vaccination Compared to Natural Immunity
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Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy

Videos in this module:

  • Common Concerns About Flu & HPV Vaccines
  • Understanding Vaccine Hesitancy
  • Key to Success: How We Communicate Makes A Difference – Part 1
  • Key to Success: How We Communicate Makes A Difference – Part 2
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Evaluating Vaccine Concerns

Videos in this module:

  • Vaccines & Autism
  • Vaccines & Infertility
  • Fetal Cells & Vaccines
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Frequently Asked Questions

For questions about the modules or continuing education, please email cire.cme@ndsu.edu.

To claim CME credit for a module, individuals must watch all 3–4 videos within that module and complete the corresponding CME post-test. A total of up to 5 CME credits are available for completing all five modules. Modules may be taken in any order; however, all videos and the post-test for a given module must be completed to earn credit for that module.

We offer 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for each module. Each of the five modules provides 1 credit, for a total of up to 5 CME credits available when all modules are completed. To earn credit for a module, participants must watch all videos in that module and complete the CME post-test.

We offer 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for each module. Many health professionals, including nurses, who participate in CME activities may submit their certificates to their appropriate accrediting organizations or state boards for consideration of credit. For questions regarding what constitutes continuing education credit for your profession, please contact your state licensing board or accrediting organization.

Yes, you may claim credit for all five modules. Each module offers 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, for a total of up to 5 credits if you complete them all. Credit can only be claimed once for each module.

No, you do not need to complete all five modules to claim credit. Each module offers 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, and you may claim credit for any individual module you complete.

Yes, you can watch the videos and complete the quizzes without claiming continuing education credit. You may choose to claim a Certificate of Completion, but it is not required; the certificate serves as an alternative to CME credit for those who would like proof that they completed the module.

No, there is no cost associated with watching the videos and/or claiming continuing education credit.

No. To claim credit for a module, you must watch all videos within that specific module. Videos from other modules cannot be mixed or counted toward credit for a different module.

Your workplace may have a firewall or security setting preventing you from accessing the post-test. If possible, please try to access the link on your mobile device or on a different network. If you still have issues, please email cire.cme@ndsu.edu.

We’re planning to add more modules over time, so be sure to check back for new content as it becomes available! Be the first to know by signing up for our email list here: https://bit.ly/3YRwl1c.

After you complete the post-test and evaluation, your certificate will be emailed to you within a few minutes. If you do not receive it, there may be a typo in the email address you entered or your email server may have blocked the message. If your certificate has not arrived within 15 minutes, please contact cire.cme@ndsu.edu for assistance and include your first and last name, the module you completed, and the type of credit you requested.

Yes, educators are welcome to assign these video modules as part of coursework or professional development. Students must register individually and complete the modules on their own to receive credit or a certificate. Please remind your students to select the appropriate type of credit—either CME or a certificate of completion—and to choose the correct professional designation during registration. For example, students should only select “RN” if they have already received that certification; if they have not, they should select “student” or another applicable designation. If you have questions about classroom use or would like guidance on integrating the modules into your course, please contact cire.cme@ndsu.edu.

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