This Patient Group Direction (PGD) is for the administration of COVID-19 vaccines to individuals aged 5 years and over, in accordance with the national COVID-19 vaccination programme. Providers must check that they are using the current version of the PGD. Amendments may become necessary prior to the published expiry date.

Vaccinating practitioners (including those new to vaccination) should note the specific training requirements to ensure their competency to vaccinate meets the expected standards for proficiency and patient safety. The required vaccination training is outlined in section 3 of the PGD, under additional requirements and continued training requirements.