Anaphylaxis First Aid

Course Code:            AFA
Course Duration:      0.5 Days (3 hours)
Target Audience:       Anyone who wishes to know more about Adrenaline Auto injectors

Course Overview

This course is for anyone who needs training in how and when to use an auto injector in the treatment of anaphylaxis.

With 40% of children now suffering from allergies, the ability to understand allergic conditions, and deal with sudden or severe symptoms is fast becoming an essential part of childcare. Workplace first aiders who have to deal with those prone to anaphylaxis should also attend.

Outline programme

Course subjects:

  • Prevention, recognition and treatment of severe allergic reaction
  • The use of auto-injectors and CPR.

The syllabus includes the following subjects:

  • allergic reaction
  • communication and casualty care
  • unconscious casualty
  • auto-injector – Anapen® and EpiPen®
  • resuscitation – all ages
  • primary survey.

Course materials

Each student will receive:

  • Full joining Instructions
  • Access to the student forum where you can review pre-course material, complete quizzes and finally download your certificate for safe keeping.
  • Updates on changes issued by Allergy UK
  • Annual reminder for training

Certification

You will receive a certificate of attendance on successful completion of the course. Please remember to keep it in a safe place; you may need to produce it at an interview as proof of achievement.