Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemic
Background: Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) is a costly vaccine and poor and vulnerable communities can't afford it in private sector. The Indian government introduced the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine into the Universal Immunization during the peak COVID time in Maharashtra in the lockdo...
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| description | Background: Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) is a costly vaccine and poor and vulnerable communities can't afford it in private sector. The Indian government introduced the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine into the Universal Immunization during the peak COVID time in Maharashtra in the lockdown. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of training tools used to introduce PCV in Maharashtra, India by conducting vi training during the COVID restrictions. Methods: A mixed-methods approach was employed to assess the effectiveness of training tools and the perceptions of healthcare workers. Quantitative data was collected through structured questionnaires, and qualitative data was gathered through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. This study was conducted in four blocks of two districts viz. Pune and Nashik in the state of Maharashtra. Results: The study found that training tools, particularly animated videos, were highly effective in conveying information and enhancing the understanding. Healthcare workers appreciated the clear content, visual appeal, and practical application of the training materials. The videos were instrumental in promoting vaccine awareness and addressing community concerns. The training tools also significantly improved the skills and confidence of healthcare workers from both districts, enabling them to effectively implement the rollout of PCV. They were able to address challenges, such as parental hesitancy and COVID-19 restrictions, and successfully mobilize the community for vaccination. Conclusion: Overall, the study highlights the importance of well-designed training programs and effective training tools particularly animated videos in ensuring the successful implementation of PCV. The findings provide valuable insights for future new vaccine introduction initiatives, emphasizing the need for development of comprehensive training packages, innovative strategies such as animated videos, use of digital tools for training and continuous evaluation. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-93fa2ba7ff8c499e9566647d5675ffcd2025-08-20T03:10:24ZengElsevierVaccine: X2590-13622025-06-012410064610.1016/j.jvacx.2025.100646Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemicSyed Quadri0Pravin Vedpathak1Puskarr Deshmukkh2Arup Deb Roy3Abida Sultana4Amanjot Kaur5Rashmi Mehra6Rhythm Hora7Shyam Kumar Singh8Seema Singh Koshal9John Snow, New Delhi, India; Corresponding author at: John Snow India. Ambience Mall Gurgaon, Gate No. 03 and 04, 7th Floor. Awfis Center. NH 8 Ambience Mall Gurgaon 122002.Immunization Division, State Family Welfare Bureau Government of Maharashtra, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaJohn Snow, New Delhi, IndiaBackground: Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) is a costly vaccine and poor and vulnerable communities can't afford it in private sector. The Indian government introduced the Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine into the Universal Immunization during the peak COVID time in Maharashtra in the lockdown. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of training tools used to introduce PCV in Maharashtra, India by conducting vi training during the COVID restrictions. Methods: A mixed-methods approach was employed to assess the effectiveness of training tools and the perceptions of healthcare workers. Quantitative data was collected through structured questionnaires, and qualitative data was gathered through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. This study was conducted in four blocks of two districts viz. Pune and Nashik in the state of Maharashtra. Results: The study found that training tools, particularly animated videos, were highly effective in conveying information and enhancing the understanding. Healthcare workers appreciated the clear content, visual appeal, and practical application of the training materials. The videos were instrumental in promoting vaccine awareness and addressing community concerns. The training tools also significantly improved the skills and confidence of healthcare workers from both districts, enabling them to effectively implement the rollout of PCV. They were able to address challenges, such as parental hesitancy and COVID-19 restrictions, and successfully mobilize the community for vaccination. Conclusion: Overall, the study highlights the importance of well-designed training programs and effective training tools particularly animated videos in ensuring the successful implementation of PCV. The findings provide valuable insights for future new vaccine introduction initiatives, emphasizing the need for development of comprehensive training packages, innovative strategies such as animated videos, use of digital tools for training and continuous evaluation.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590136225000403 |
| spellingShingle | Syed Quadri Pravin Vedpathak Puskarr Deshmukkh Arup Deb Roy Abida Sultana Amanjot Kaur Rashmi Mehra Rhythm Hora Shyam Kumar Singh Seema Singh Koshal Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemic Vaccine: X |
| title | Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemic |
| title_full | Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemic |
| title_fullStr | Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemic |
| title_full_unstemmed | Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemic |
| title_short | Assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for PCV introduction in Maharashtra, India during the COVID-19 pandemic |
| title_sort | assessment of the impact of training tools on healthcare workers for pcv introduction in maharashtra india during the covid 19 pandemic |
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