Anaphylaxis & Allergy Training for Schools

Children with allergies MUST avoid their allergens continuously. It’s the only way to guarantee their safety and well-being.

This Anaphylaxis and Allergy Training Course has been written for people who care for children with allergies. It explains how allergies are triggered, what to look out for with allergic reactions, and how to monitor and treat children with allergies.

It covers allergens, preventative measures, what to do in emergencies and cases of anaphylaxis, and it discusses both the practical and emotional support a child may need on a daily basis.

It's estimated that 50% of children in the UK now have an allergic condition of some sort and whilst some can be much less dangerous than others, all must be taken seriously, especially in schools. Between 6 and 8% of children in the UK also have a proven food allergy, meaning the chances of these children having an anaphylactic shock is very high. Due to the high number of children now having allergic conditions, allergy and anaphylactic shock training are becoming essential for those working in childcare.

Our other courses tailored to those working in schools or childcare include Children with Diabetes, Children with Epilepsy and Children with Asthma.

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Key Features & Benefits of this Course

CPD accredited & IIRSM approved course
A guide to create an Individual Healthcare Plan for parents, guardians and staff
Step-by-step emergency procedure in response to anaphylaxis
Suitable for all levels of staff and management
End of course test and printable certificate
Free trial, online demo and bulk discounts available
Course translations readily available!

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Anaphylaxis & Allergy Training for Schools & Carers Course Contents

Screenshot: Diagram illustrating the types of things that can cause an allergic reaction as part of our children with allergies and anaphylaxis training course.

1. Allergies

In this section we explain what an allergy is and how it’s caused. We discuss how an allergic reaction works and the signs to look out for. We also explain what an allergen is, including the most common allergens for children.

Screenshot: Image showing the valuable information that's included as part of an individual healthcare plan.

2. Allergy Management

Here we discuss allergy management, histamine and antihistamine, as well as the importance of avoiding allergens and having an Individual Healthcare Plan. We also explain how to treat mild and moderate allergic reactions.

Screenshot: Anaphylactic shocks - learn how to recognise them and treat them as part of our children with allergies and anaphylaxis training.

3. Anaphylaxis

This section comprehensively covers anaphylaxis and anaphylactic shock. We describe what it is, how to recognise it, and how to treat a child who has an anaphylactic episode. We explain the importance of adrenaline auto-injectors, how to administer them, and when. This section also contains an extensive emergency procedure, including the recovery position and CPR.

Screenshot: A teacher discussing allergies and healthcare plans with a pupil.

4. School Policies and Responsibilities

In this section we discuss school policy and how to look after, store and carry medication. We also highlight staff responsibilities in the classroom, when cooking, at lunchtime, on school trips, and during exams and sports lessons.

Screenshot: In section 5 of our children with allergies training we look at the negative impact that allergies can have on children and their education.

5. The Impact of Allergies on Children

Allergies can disrupt a child’s education and have a negative impact on their well-being if they’re not adequately supported and cared for. In this section, we discuss emotional health, and raising allergy awareness amongst pupils and staff. We also include the responsibilities of the child themselves, as well as their parents or guardians.

Anaphylaxis and Allergy Training Certificate

Allergy and Anaphylaxis Training Certificate

This Anaphylaxis and Allergy Training for Schools & Carers course concludes with a 15 question multiple choice test with a printable certificate. In addition, brief in-course questionnaires guide the user through the sections of the training and are designed to reinforce learning and ensure maximum user engagement throughout.

As well as printable user certificates, training progress and results are all stored centrally in your LMS (Learning Management System) and can be accessed any time to reprint certificates, check and set pass marks and act as proof of a commitment to ongoing legal compliance.

What does my certificate include?

Your Anaphylaxis and Allergy Training Certificate includes your name, company name (if applicable), name of course taken, pass percentage, completion date, expiry date and all relevant approvals.

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User Reviews More reviews for this course

easy and informative

By Maria Hope on March 14, 2018

I learned a lot and I liked being able to go over slides again. In the food lessons, section, I was surprised not to see mention of risk assessments as we do have to do them, to include students with allergies.

Excellent, thorough course.

By Ann Long on February 4, 2018

This course was very easy to navigate and the training was clear, concise and well paced.From completing this course I was able to have a very good understanding of anaphylaxis and allergies within schools.

nicely-presented

By Renata Janiszewska on October 14, 2017

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