Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) can kill without immediate first aid.
The UK is one of the top three countries in the world for incidence of allergies. An estimated 21 million adults suffer from at least one allergy and six to eight percent of children have a proven food allergy.
This course, approved by Allergy UK, is for anyone who needs training in how and when to use an auto injector in the treatment of anaphylaxis.
Who should attend?
Those who provide childcare and workplace first aiders who have to deal with those prone to anaphylaxis should also attend.
What you will learn
Prevention, recognition and treatment of severe allergic reaction including the use of auto-injectors and CPR.
Course content
- Allergic reaction
- Auto-injector
- Communication and casualty care
- Resuscitation (CPR all ages)
- Primary survey
- Unconscious casualty
Course duration
Half a day. We are quite flexible on time of course and do run both evening and weekend courses to suit your needs. If you have a group of 4 or more to train, we can send an instructor to your premises.
Assessment and certification
Continuous assessment and successful candidates receive a certificate.
