Build awareness of severe allergic reactions and the need for a prompt response. This course introduces common triggers, signs of anaphylaxis and adrenaline auto-injectors. It helps learners understand the actions and responsibilities involved in responding to a suspected emergency.
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Anaphylaxis and Auto-injectors
Build awareness of severe allergic reactions and the need for a prompt response.
Course highlights
- Allergic reactions and triggers
- Recognising a severe reaction
- Responding to suspected anaphylaxis
- Adrenaline auto-injector awareness
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Course overview, learning outcomes and assessment
Course overview
What you will learn
01
Allergic reactions and triggers
Understand allergic reactions and learn about common triggers that can be relevant in workplace and everyday situations.
02
Recognising a severe reaction
Develop awareness of possible signs of a severe allergic reaction and why recognising them promptly matters.
03
Responding to suspected anaphylaxis
Learn about the response principles covered by the course when anaphylaxis is suspected.
04
Adrenaline auto-injector awareness
Explore the principles of safe adrenaline auto-injector use within the scope of this online awareness course.
05
Workplace responsibilities
Understand the responsibilities employers and employees need to consider in relation to allergic reactions at work.
06
Being prepared
Recognise good practice for workplace preparedness and why suitable arrangements should be considered before an incident occurs.
Who is this course for?
Employees and individuals who need awareness of anaphylaxis and auto-injectors.
Course outcome
After successfully completing the required learning and assessment, the learner will receive the course outcome shown below.
- Certificate
- Downloadable Highfield completion certificate after successfully completing the course.
- Assessment
- Online assessment using multiple-choice questions.
- Course recognition
- Accredited by Highfield Qualifications.
Important information
Online awareness training only. This course does not replace a practical first-aid qualification or any workplace-specific training required for your role.
Training several people?
Arrange this course for your team.
Tell us how many learners you need to train and when you would like access to begin. We will provide a clear quotation and learner-detail spreadsheet.
- One quotation and invoice
- Each learner receives individual access
- Immediate or scheduled start date