Refresher Training for Frontline Health Workers in Expanded ... - RHO

Module 4: Communication with caretakers and communities for
Improved Routine Immunization Coverage
4.1 Lesson Plan
Time: 2 hours
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
• Identify and describe what concerns mothers/caretakers may have about
immunization
• Recognize factors that influence whether mothers/caretakers may bring their
children for immunization
• Explain the most important characteristics of effective communication for
immunization
• List and convey the key messages caretakers need to know about
immunization
• Describe current community & health worker attitudes and explain how they
impact immunization coverage.
• Use/employ structures and ways to mobilize the community to increase
demand for and use of immunization services.
Preparation in advance by facilitator:
• Read and familiarize yourself with Module 4
• The facilitator should first carefully read this lesson plan and understand
activities very well.
• Prepare flipcharts (1,2,3)
• Make 4 copies of the “Story of Wubalem & Tigist” (1)—story can be read
aloud to participants if copies not available.
• Prepare Situation cards (1,2)
• Select participants to help in role plays and do a brief practice (1,2,3)—make
copies of role plays those who will participate in them
• Note: See Section 4.2 for preparation of flipcharts, situation cards, story and
role plays
Homework/assignment for participants before the session:
• Participants should read the entire reference Module 4 the evening before the
session
Materials:
• Flipchart, vaccination diplomas, cards
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