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Free Level 2 Allergy Awareness Course Online – Learning & Skills Darlington

CostFREE
Duration12 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. Over 12 weeks, you'll build knowledge of allergies and intolerances, food labelling and packaging, how to recognise allergic reactions, how to reduce risk, and how to provide first aid when a reaction occurs. The course is open to adults aged 19 and over who live in Darlington, Tees Valley, North Yorkshire, or non-devolved local authority areas.

Who this course is for

This course is for those who would like to develop knowledge of allergies , intolerance, food labelling and packaging, and how to recognise and react to allergies, and reduce risk and provide first aid. Perfect for those working in a childcare role, looking to upskill.

This course is delivered online via our portal.

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Entry requirements

Aged 19+ Have the right to live and work in the UK Must live in the Darlington, Tees Valley, North Yorkshire or non devolved local authority areas It is recommended that you currently hold, or are working towards, an English qualification at around GCSE old grade C/new grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 1

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the difference between food allergies and food intolerances.
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret food labels and packaging.
  • You'll recognise the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction.
  • You'll know how to reduce the risk of allergic reactions in care and food settings.
  • You'll learn how to respond to an allergic reaction and provide appropriate first aid.
  • You'll understand your responsibilities when supporting people with allergies.

How you will learn

You study through an online portal, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is based on online activities and written tasks completed through the portal. You do not need to attend a physical centre at any point.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learning & Skills Darlington will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery assistant: supports children with known allergies day to day.
  • Childminder: manages allergy risks for children in home settings.
  • Teaching assistant: helps schools respond safely to pupil allergies.
  • Care assistant: supports clients with dietary needs and allergy risks.
  • School lunchtime supervisor: oversees safe food handling for children.
  • Early years practitioner: works in nurseries and pre-school settings.
  • School cook or catering assistant: prepares food safely for children with allergies.

What you could study next

A free allergy awareness course at Level 2 sits well alongside broader childcare or food safety qualifications. You could progress to a Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering, which covers food hygiene in more depth. If you work in early years, a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education builds on the safeguarding and care knowledge you've started here. A Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification would extend your emergency response skills further.

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