FIRST AID TRAINING PROVIDERS

Management of Anaphylaxis

RQF Level 3 Award Qualification title: QSA Level 3 Award in Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis

Unit title: Recognition and Management of Anaphylaxis  

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The qualification is designed for learners to be able to recognise and treat anaphylaxis, or someone suffering an anaphylactic shock. 

Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can develop rapidly and should always be treated as a medical emergency.

If available, an injection of a medicine called adrenaline should be given as soon as possible.

Duration

A minimum of six contact hours, consisting of theoretical and practical activities.

Syllabus

A range of subjects is covered including:

• What is Anaphylaxis?
• Triggers
• Life threatening conditions
• Early recognition
• Treatment for Anaphylaxis
• Key-features of auto-injectors
• Conducting a scene survey
• Initial Assessment 
• Positioning of the casualty
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Using an auto-injector
• Handover

Certification

This qualification lasts for 3 years. To renew their qualification after 3 years, delegates will need to retake the full course. However, it is recommended that, during the 3 year period, delegates attend annual refresher courses.

Number of candidates

A minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age to qualify.

Price (min. 6 persons)

From 6 to 7 candidates: £65/candidate

From 8 to 9 candidates: £55/candidate

From 10 to 12 candidates: £45/candidate