ILLINOIS VACCINATES
AGAINST COVID-19
Supporting COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts in Illinois
Vaccine Implementation
Support, Education, and Resources
The goal of I-VAC is to ensure Illinoisans are being immunized against COVID-19 at every opportunity. Physicians, Physicians Assistants, Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurses, Pharmacists, Medical Assistants, Vaccine Administrators, and provider organizations throughout Illinois are encouraged to participate in this free program. Participants will receive support in their own initiatives to integrate COVID-19 vaccine administration into routine patient care workflows in primary care settings, hospital urgent care centers, and upon hospital discharge.

COVID-19 Vaccine
Training Bootcamps
Everything you and your team needs to know about COVID-19 vaccine administration
Join an in-person or web-based bootcamp that covers topics including:
- Operational best practices, including preparing for commercialization
- Handling, storage, and preparation
- Strategies for overcoming vaccine hesitancy through culturally and linguistically appropriate methods
- Clinical guidance for adult and pediatric populations
Now Recruiting
FOR A QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Earn Part 4 MOC Credits & Help Improve Vaccine Update
In partnership with the Illinois Department of Public Health, Illinois Vaccinates Against COVID-19 (I-VAC) is recruiting primary health care providers to join a 7-month learning collaborative and quality improvement project. The goal of this project is to build the capacity of primary care providers to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates through improving communication with patients and families about vaccines, optimizing practice office systems, and understanding reasons for missed vaccinations opportunities during office visits.

Vaccine Administration and
Distribution Resources
Unlimited access to the tools you need to drive higher vaccination rates in your community.
Beyond The
Needle Podcast
Join I-VAC faculty and primary care clinicians from across the state as they tackle the real-world barriers to COVID-19 vaccination uptake and share their experiences with implementation. Discover practical solutions to help you and your team incorporate the COVID-19 vaccine into your practice and increase vaccination rates amongst your patients.
Listen on your favorite podcast platform
Together, we’ll cover topics like:
Implementation Barriers
Vaccine Hesitancy
Special Populations
Motivational Interviewing


Implementation Support
Connect with local providers in your area for personalized support and guidance.

General
implementation
support

Region-specific
guidance for improved
distribution

Technical support
for operational
issues
A Thank You To
All Providers
I-VAC understands that primary care practices and hospitals are essential in COVID-19 vaccination efforts in Illinois. We recognize all the hard work, dedication, and sacrifice that providers and provider organizations have made throughout the pandemic and are grateful for your continued work in protecting our populations.
