Description
Anaphylaxis and EpiPen training assists candidates in administering an Epipen. Training in this course gives candidates the confidence to deal with emergency situations. Therefore learning to provide life-saving support for severe allergic reactions.
Would you be confident using an EpiPen in the event of an emergency?
Course Contents
Focus on the topics which cover the safe treatment of severe allergic reactions. Additionally, the course covers basic life support elements.
The full course content is:
- The legalities of treating anaphylaxis
- Common causes of allergic reactions
- Recognition of the signs and symptoms
- Administration of auto injectors
- Recording the use of auto injectors
- Preparing to carry out basic life support
Assessment and Certification
Candidates are assessed during each practical activity throughout the course.
On completing the EpiPen training each candidate will receive a certificate. This course is valid for life, however we recommend that the course be retaken after 3 years. This is due to practices changing regularly.
Who needs anaphylaxis and EpiPen training?
Anaphylaxis and EpiPen training is ideally suited for working environments where auto injectors may be required. They are common in workplaces such as:
- Schools
- Nurseries
- Nursing Homes
- Child Care Facilities
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First aid for schools
We can organise training around school holidays and training days. If it suits you better we can also offer weekend or evening courses.
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Joanne –
This was a fab training session, we covered lots of different scenarios and were given great demonstrations on using equipment as well as hands-on opportunities. Mark is a great tutor who delivered the course efficiently while also ensuring we were all confident in a range of scenarios.
Bob Walker –
This was an excellent training session. I feel much more confident if I ever have to deal with an emergency situation at school or on a school trip. Mark Otley was an excellent tutor and the course was very detailed with practical hands-on opportunities.