eLearn’s – ‘Anaphylaxis & Allergies’ & ‘Asthma Awareness’ combined
These accredited eLearn programmes are designed to be taken together since the two conditions are closely related and frequently coexist. The training will instruct staff on distinguishing between an asthma attack and a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
Anaphylaxis & Allergy Awareness (90 minutes)
This eLearn course provides knowledge on how to effectively handle pupils with allergies within the school setting. Its purpose is to provide essential knowledge to identify when a child or young person is experiencing a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), the correct action to take and how to administer emergency medication.
The course also covers allergy avoidance in schools, addressing topics such as cross-contamination, reading food labels, and identifying hidden allergens in school environments.
Asthma Awareness (60 minutes)
This subsequent Asthma Awareness eLearn programme is designed to provide school staff with up-to-date information on managing children and young people with asthma in schools. The aim is to equip you with vital knowledge and skills to recognise when a pupil is experiencing asthma symptoms or an asthma attack, understand the correct actions to take, and learn how to reduce exposure to asthma triggers within the school environment.
What you should expect to learn:
By the end of this Anaphylaxis & Allergy Awareness Programme learners will:
- Have an understanding of allergies and the different types of allergic reactions
- Know how allergic reactions can vary
- Know the common causes of anaphylaxis
- Understand the symptoms of mild to moderate allergic reactions
- Know how to recognise anaphylaxis
- Understand the different types of adrenalin auto-injectors (AAIs) to treat anaphylaxis and how to administer them
- Know how to store and dispose of AAIs
- Know how to obtain ‘Spare’ AAIs without a prescription, for use in emergencies in schools
- Learn about the allergy action plan
- Know how to manage a mild to moderate allergic reaction
- Know how to manage anaphylaxis
- Understand allergy avoidance including cross contamination
- Know how to read food labels
- Understand hidden allergies in schools
- Understand school staff responsibilities and how to take action in supporting pupils with allergies
- Know the importance of an emergency response plan
- Know how to complete an allergy risk assessment
- Understand bullying and allergies and learn ways to prevent allergy bullying
By the end of this Asthma Awareness Programme learners will:
- Have an awareness of what asthma is and how it affects the airways
- Understand asthma symptoms and asthma triggers
- Learn about asthma treatment
- Learn about the different types of spacers
- Know how to use an inhaler effectively
- Learn how to store inhalers safely in school
- Learn how asthma is controlled
- Understand how asthma attacks develop
- Learn how to manage asthma symptoms
- Learn how to manage an asthma attack
- Understand how to keep pupils with asthma safe during exercise
- Learn how to limit common asthma triggers in schools
- Know how to obtain emergency salbutamol inhalers without a prescription, for use in case of an emergency at schools
- Understand school staff responsibilities and how to support pupils with asthma
A certificate is awarded on completion of each course.
The cost for both accredited eLearn programs is £49 per person. Discounted quotes are available for large groups.
To make a booking, please contact us at 020 8720 6635 or email us at info@teachhealth.co.uk. Alternatively, you can complete our booking enquiry form, and we will respond promptly.
