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Free Level 2 Allergy Awareness Course Online – Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Allergy Awareness Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting study around your other commitments. It covers allergies in children, how to recognise allergic reactions, and what to do when one occurs. This free allergy awareness course for adults takes 15 weeks to complete. You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access to enrol. An English initial assessment is part of the sign-up process.

Who this course is for

Develop knowledge of allergies in children and what to do in the event of an allergic reaction with our Level 2 Allergy Awareness for Those Working With Children course. Perfect for both individuals working in a childcare role looking to upskill, and employers looking for allergy awareness training online courses for their staff, this course covers everything you need.

This course has been designed to provide skills and knowledge in a range of subjects related to allergies. These include the different types of allergens, allergies and intolerances, food labelling and packaging, how to recognise reactions, how to reduce risks, how to provide first aid, and more.

When you click ‘Apply Now’ you will be taken to an external site, you may be required to search for this course using the navigation tools, once found you can click ‘Apply now’ and start your application.

Entry requirements

To enrol on one of our fantastic courses you will need to be able to access a laptop or PC with internet access. Courses are fully funded subject to learner eligibility although you must complete an English initial assessment to ensure this type of delivery is the right one for you. Please note that you will be liable for a GBP100 administration fee should you choose to not complete your qualification upon allocation of your tutor.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify common allergens and how they affect children.
  • You'll understand the signs and symptoms of allergic reactions.
  • You'll learn what steps to take in an allergic emergency.
  • You'll explore how to reduce the risk of allergic reactions in childcare settings.
  • You'll develop knowledge of allergy management plans and their role in day-to-day care.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is completed online. Before you start, you'll complete an English initial assessment to confirm this style of delivery suits you. You'll be allocated a tutor to support you through the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop or PC with internet access. Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Youth Support Worker - supporting young people in community or school settings.
  • Nursery Assistant - day-to-day care and supervision of young children.
  • Childminder - home-based childcare for children of various ages.
  • Teaching Assistant - supporting children's learning in primary school.
  • After-School Club Worker - supervising and engaging children outside school hours.
  • Playworker - leading play activities in holiday clubs or play centres.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering - useful if you work in a setting where food is prepared for children.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Education - a step toward qualified practitioner status in early years settings.
  • Level 2 Award in Paediatric First Aid - complements allergy awareness with broader emergency response skills for those working with children.
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