Immediate Management for Anaphylaxis (Level 3)
Who is this for?
First aiders, healthcare professionals, education and childcare staff, and anyone working in environments where individuals at risk of severe allergy are present and adrenaline auto-injectors may be available.
Description
A focused course providing the knowledge and practical skills to recognise anaphylaxis quickly and manage it safely until emergency help arrives. Learners cover recognition of symptoms, use of adrenaline auto-injectors, positioning and ongoing monitoring of the casualty using an ABCDE approach.
What you'll learn
- How to recognise anaphylaxis, differentiate it from milder allergic reactions and identify common triggers.
- How to assess the casualty, position them safely and call for appropriate emergency help.
- Safe preparation and administration of adrenaline using training auto-injectors, and what to do if the casualty’s condition deteriorates, including CPR if required.
Course Duration
1 day (typically 6 guided learning hours), scheduled to suit your shift patterns and operational needs.
Certification
Ofqual-regulated FAA Level 3 Award in Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF), valid for 3 years.
Delivery & Delegate Numbers
Classroom or on-site delivery at your premises. Maximum 12 delegates per trainer.