Free Level 2 Allergy Awareness Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your existing commitments. It covers allergens, allergies, food labelling, allergic reaction symptoms, available treatments, and first aid for severe reactions. The course is relevant to people working with children, in adult health and social care, or in the service sector. It typically takes 12 weeks to complete.
Who this course is for
This qualification is designed to introduce learners working with children, working in adult health and social care, or working in the service sector, to allergens, allergies, food labelling, and allergy awareness. The course includes information on the symptoms of allergic reactions, the treatments available for allergic reactions, and first aid for those experiencing a severe allergic reaction.
What you will learn
You'll identify common allergens and understand how they affect the body.
You'll recognise the symptoms of allergic reactions, including severe anaphylaxis.
You'll understand food labelling requirements and how to read them accurately.
You'll learn about the treatments available for allergic reactions.
You'll know how to provide first aid to someone experiencing a severe allergic reaction.
You'll understand your responsibilities around allergy awareness in a care or service setting.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, logging in whenever suits you. The course is self-paced within the 12-week timeframe. Depending on the assessment method for your unit, work is either automatically marked or reviewed by a dedicated tutor. On completion, you receive a certificate from the awarding body, either as a download, an e-certificate, or by post.
What you will need to bring
Burton and South Derbyshire College will confirm anything you need before you start. You will be asked to provide a copy of your ID when you enrol.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supports people with allergies in residential or home care settings.
Childcare worker: manages allergy risks for children in nurseries or schools.
School support assistant: helps staff follow allergy protocols for pupils.
Food service worker: handles allergen labelling and safe food preparation.
Healthcare support worker: assists clinical teams with allergy-aware patient care.
Domiciliary care worker: provides allergy-aware support in clients' own homes.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: builds on allergy awareness with broader food hygiene knowledge, useful in catering and care roles.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health: extends your knowledge of diet, health, and food-related conditions.
Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work: develops the first aid skills introduced in this course into a full workplace first aid qualification.
