Free Level 2 Allergy Awareness Course. Study online. You can work through the course at your own pace, fitting it around your schedule. Over around 8 weeks, you'll cover allergens, food intolerances, food labelling regulations, and how to respond to allergic reactions including anaphylaxis. There are no entry requirements. An optional unit lets you focus on children's settings or adult health and social care. This free allergy awareness course for adults is a practical allergy awareness qualification for anyone handling or advising on food.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for anyone who works with food within their role, including work with children, adult health and social care, and the service sector. It is also beneficial for those who want to expand their knowledge in their personal life, especially if themselves or a loved one suffers from allergies. Food allergies can be life-threatening, so understanding how to correctly label and handle food is essential. This course builds your knowledge of allergens to help prevent serious, avoidable risk, as well as learning methods of allergy diagnosis and how to handle allergic reactions.
Entry requirements
There are no previous qualifications required to complete this qualification. This is an entry level qualification aimed to build your skills and knowledge.
What you will learn
You'll understand the difference between food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities.
You'll learn how allergies and intolerances are diagnosed and treated.
You'll understand the legal requirements for food labelling and packaging.
You'll learn how to recognise the signs of an allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis.
You'll know how to administer first aid for a severe allergic reaction.
You'll understand how to reduce the risk of allergic reactions through record keeping and safe food handling.
You'll learn how allergen rules apply in children's settings or adult health and social care (optional unit).
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through units covering allergens, food labelling, and allergic reaction management. The course is self-paced, so you progress when it suits you. Assessment is based on the knowledge and understanding you build through each unit. Learning Curve will confirm the specific assessment format before you begin.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Learning Curve will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Food service assistant: handle and label food safely for customers with allergies.
Care assistant: support adults with dietary needs and allergic conditions.
Nursery worker or childcare assistant: manage allergen risks for children in your care.
School catering staff: prepare and serve food in compliance with allergen rules.
Retail food assistant: advise customers and manage allergen labelling on products.
Healthcare support worker: understand dietary restrictions and allergic reactions in clinical settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: builds on allergen knowledge with broader food hygiene and safety rules. Useful if you work in catering or food production.
Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision: for those moving into a supervisory role where you oversee food safety compliance.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: if you work in health and social care and want a full care qualification.
