Understand more about Anaphylactic Attacks, how to recognise them and what to do in a healthcare setting.
Healthcare Anaphylaxis Level 2 (VTQ) at a glance
- 1-year nationally recognised certificate
- 1 hour and 15 minutes of engaging video training
- Video access for 8 months
- Printable wall certificate
- CPD time credit conformation
- Follows latest UK Resuscitation and ERC guidelines
- Includes manual & other downloads
- Free weekly video refresher
- Evidence Based Training certificate
- Videos include subtitles
Group Rates also available
Healthcare Anaphylaxis Level 2 (VTQ) is aimed at healthcare professionals who require a more advanced course in Anaphylaxis care. The course covers all the same as our standard course with the addition of the special considerations that healthcare professionals face. The course is based on the recommendations for Anaphylaxis care as laid down by the UK Resuscitation Council.
The course covers the use of Epi-Pens, Jext and Emerade as well as recognition of signs, treatment, concerns and activating the EMS as well as care for the patient. We have a 100% classroom course for this and the certificate is valid for one year. To renew complete the same course again.
This course follows the latest guidelines from the UK Resuscitation Council on life support and the treatment of Anaphylaxis.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
- Nurses
- Doctors
- Paramedics
- Medics
- Anyone working in the healthcare sector who requires a higher level of Anaphylaxis care
This course comes with 3.0 hours of CPD, although the time to complete the course online may be less than this. Total course time includes 1 hour and 15 minutes of video training as well as knowledge reviews, final test, remedial help and reviewing downloaded material.
The content of this and all our courses has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and come with a Certified CPD Statement as well as a ProTrainings Certificate and for online courses an Evidence Based Learning statement.
For full details of the online course content please visit our Healthcare Anaphylaxis site.
- Introduction
- What is Anaphylaxis
- Living with Anaphylaxis
- Minor allergic reactions
- What causes a reaction and who is affected
- Activating EMS
- What is an Auto-Injector
- Jext
- EpiPen
- Emerade
- Storage and disposal
- Who prescribes auto-injectors
- Checking auto-injectors and expiry dates
- Signs and symptoms of Anaphylaxis
- Basic First Aid advice
- Schools and teachers
- Biphasic Anaphylactic Reactions
- Giving a second dose
- ABCDE Approach Introduction
- ABCDE Approach Breakdown
- Why is there different advice for healthcare professionals
- Patient Education
- Guidelines on giving two auto-injectors
- Choice of needles
- Giving medications out of the hospital environment
- How much Adrenaline should be given
- Oxygen and Anaphylaxis
- Practice and keeping up to date
- Summary
- Anaphylaxis Awareness Student Manual V8.1
- Adult CPR Flowchart
- Adult CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Anatomy and Physiology Human Body Picture Reference Book Student Manual V8.3
- BOC Oxygen kit leaflet for medical
- British Society for Allergy & Clinical Immunology (BSACI) Website
- CPR Flowchart handout. Infant and Child for Healthcare Professionals
- CPR and Coronavirus video - Guidance on delivering CPR out of hospital has changed where Coronavirus COVID 19 is known or suspected
- CQC website link
- CQC website link
- Child CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Control of legionella bacteria in water systems - Audit checklists
- Coronavirus COVID 19 Pre-Screen Student Evaluation Form
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) link to the NHS website
- Emerade - Package leaflet: Information for the user
- EpiPen Guide
- EpiPen Patient information leaflet
- EpiPen instruction leaflet
- EpiPen patient information sheet
- Find a classroom course locally
- Find out what other courses are available as video online, blended and classroom courses nationally on our course finder
- First Aid Student Manual - Welsh
- First Aid and Social Distancing poster
- Free student first aid program leaflet
- Guidance on the use of adrenaline auto-injectors in schools
- HeartSine 350 Information Leaflet
- Home Emergency Contact Sheet
- How to register to call EMS by text
- Infant CPR Flowchart handout/poster
- Jext Product Data Sheets
- Jext patient Information Sheet
- Link to the HSE website
- Personal Medical Information Sheet
- ProTrainings - Using an AED Leaflet
- Sign up for free Student First Aid - use code SCH-376-61-571
- Skills for Care Website
- Skills for Health Website
- UK Resus Council 2015 Guidelines for Paediatric CPR for Healthcare providers
- UK Resus Council 2015 Guidelines updated 2015 Link
- UK Resus Council Guidelines for Anaphylaxis for Healthcare professional Document
- Visit the First Aid Show free for first aid and medical videos
- Workplace Emergency Contact Sheet
I want to complete a short practical module after completing the online course, is this possible?
We have a network of over 1000 approved and monitored instructors to deliver a short skill training session nationwide or we can come to your workplace to deliver the training. This blended training saves class time and provides the same qualification. Contact us on 01206 805359 to discuss your options.
What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?
CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.
What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?
SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.
Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?
Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate. You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.
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We offer a full range of training courses across all business sectors as video online, blended and nationwide at your business or our local training centres. With over 350 courses you can learn at a time and place that meets your busy schedules and save money on travel and costs away from the office.
Do you sell first aid kits and equipment?
Yes, we sell over 1000 products from first aid kits to plasters. We also sell a wide range of medical devices, equipment and everything you need to deal with a first aid emergency and to comply in the workplace with first aid provision. See our first aid equipment online store at www.first-aid-online.co.uk
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What People are Saying
What people are saying about this course
“Highly recommend this informative course ”
- Michel Janice, Aesthetic nurse prescriber
“Very informative and well delivered, easy to understand”
- Susan, School Nurse from NORTH YORKS
“Highly recommend this informative course ”
- Michel Janice, Aesthetic nurse prescriber
“Very informative and well delivered, easy to understand”
- Susan, School Nurse from NORTH YORKS
