Allergy Awareness in Schools Online Course

This allergy awareness in schools online course is designed to help staff understand, manage and respond to allergies safely within an educational setting.

The training is organised into clear course categories, with each category containing a number of short videos. Learners can pause, replay and revisit videos at any time, allowing them to work through the course at their own pace.

Course content is updated regularly, so learners can access new and improved information as it becomes available. Although the course is delivered online, support is still available by email, telephone and online chat.

What This Allergy Awareness Course Covers

The course takes learners through the key areas of school allergy management, from understanding allergies to responding to emergencies.

Each section is designed to build knowledge, confidence and practical awareness for staff working with pupils who may have allergies.

Introduction to Allergies in Schools

The course begins with an introduction to allergies in schools. This includes the difference between food allergies and food intolerances, common allergens and why effective allergy management is essential in education.

Learners will also explore the risks linked to poor allergen control and how allergies can affect a pupil’s health, learning, confidence and wellbeing.

Allergy Awareness and Prevention

This section focuses on practical ways to reduce allergy risks across the school environment.

Learners will look at how to identify hidden ingredients, reduce the risk of cross-contamination and apply sensible control measures in classrooms, dining areas and school activities.

The course also highlights the importance of clear communication, accurate information and consistent procedures when managing allergies in schools.

Allergy Management Plans and Responsibilities

Effective allergy care requires planning and teamwork.

This part of the course explains the role of individual healthcare plans, what staff need to know and how schools should work with parents, carers and healthcare professionals to help keep pupils safe.

It also covers the importance of creating a safe and inclusive environment during normal school activities, trips and extracurricular events.

Recognising Allergic Reactions

Staff need to be able to recognise the signs and symptoms of allergic reactions quickly.

This section explains how to identify mild, moderate and severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.

Learners will understand what action to take and how to contact emergency services quickly and effectively.

Adrenaline Auto-Injectors and Emergency Medication

The course includes training on adrenaline auto-injectors, including commonly used devices such as EpiPen and Jext.

This section covers how auto-injectors are used, how emergency medication should be stored, checking expiry dates and what to do after an auto-injector has been given.

The course also includes information about nasal inhalers and the importance of ensuring medication is accessible when needed.

Supporting Pupils with Allergies

The final part of the course focuses on supporting pupils who live with allergies every day.

This includes understanding how allergies can affect daily life, recognising concerns such as allergy-related bullying and ensuring all staff understand their responsibility to protect pupils.

A positive school culture helps pupils with allergies feel included, supported and safe.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this school allergy awareness training course, learners will have the knowledge and confidence to manage allergies effectively and respond appropriately in an emergency.

This training supports safer schools, better allergy awareness and improved emergency preparedness for staff and pupils.