Understanding ACIP & Vaccine Recommendations

How are CDC vaccine recommendations developed, and what is the role of the ACIP?

The Public Health Foundation (PHF), in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has developed an educational video, Understanding the ACIP and How Vaccine Recommendations are Made in the US, to help inform viewers about the process, science, and safety behind vaccine recommendations. In the United States, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) develops clinical recommendations on the use of vaccines for children and adults to prevent and control the spread of vaccine-preventable diseases.

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“Excellent description of process for vaccine recommendation. It certainly gives one more confidence knowing that ACIP and the CDC partner in the process.”

–TRAIN review of ACIP video

“The videos of this course is very informative and descriptive. It does a great job in the step by step process of educating on what to do in each scenario.”

–TRAIN review of ACIP video

“Very informative! Gives me the knowledge to report to my child care parents the importance of having their children vaccinated.”

–TRAIN review of ACIP video

This educational video equips clinicians with the information necessary to confidently incorporate approved ACIP recommendations as standards of care in their clinical practice. As trusted sources of health information, healthcare and public health professionals are well-positioned to converse with patients and families about vaccination. These discussions can build understanding and confidence amongst patients while combatting miscommunications around vaccine effectiveness and safety.

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Upon watching the video, viewers will be able to:

Describe the purpose of the ACIP

Explain the ACIP’s role in developing CDC vaccine recommendations

Discuss the process of the ACIP vaccine recommendation development and approval

Locate the most up-to-date ACIP recommendations and immunization schedules

Additional Resources

Need Further Assistance?

Interested in additional immunization resources? Visit PHF’s Immunization Center for tools, training, and educational material for health professionals, or for questions, contact Immunization@phf.org