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Free Level 2 Allergy Awareness Course Online – Be Central Bedfordshire

CostFREE
Duration3 months
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 at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life. The course is free for adults aged 19 or over who live or work in Central Bedfordshire or Bedford Borough.

You'll learn how to recognise and manage the risks linked to food allergens and intolerances. Topics include the causes and symptoms of allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, and how to prevent allergen contamination. The course typically takes 3 months to complete.

You'll finish with a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Allergy Awareness.

Who this course is for

Food allergies and intolerances can have serious consequences, making allergy awareness a vital skill in today's workplaces and communities. This qualification provides you with the knowledge and understanding needed to recognise, manage, and reduce the risks associated with allergens. It helps individuals understand the causes and symptoms of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, and the importance of preventing allergen contamination.

Entry requirements

Learners must be at least 19 years old and live or work in Central Bedfordshire or Bedford Borough.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify common food allergens and understand how they affect the body.
  • You'll recognise the symptoms of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.
  • You'll understand the causes of food intolerances and how they differ from allergies.
  • You'll explain how to reduce the risk of allergen contamination in food environments.
  • You'll describe the steps to take in an allergic emergency.
  • You'll understand your responsibilities for allergen management in the workplace.

How you will learn

You study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is by online multiple-choice questions or written assignments, completed when you are ready. There are no timed exams or set class times. You submit your work online and receive feedback digitally.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a device with internet access to study and submit your work. Be Central Bedfordshire will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Food handler, prepares and serves food safely in a catering or retail setting.
  • Kitchen assistant, supports chefs and cooks in a professional kitchen.
  • School meals supervisor, oversees meal service and manages dietary needs for pupils.
  • Care home catering assistant, prepares meals for residents with dietary requirements.
  • Retail food assistant, advises customers on allergen content and food labelling.
  • Early years practitioner, manages allergen risks for children in a nursery or childcare setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision, for those moving into a supervisory catering or food production role.
  • Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering, a practical complement to this allergy qualification for anyone working in food environments.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Allergen Management, for a more in-depth qualification suited to supervisory or management roles in food service.
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