Level 2 Certificate in Allergy Awareness for those Working with Children

funded by uk government

Develop your understanding of allergies in children…

Free Online Allergy Awareness Course with Certificate (Children)

This free online course is designed for those who wish to understand allergies in children, the causes of allergies and what to do in case of an allergic reaction.

Free Online Allergy Awareness Course with Certificate (Children)​

Duration

6-12 weeks

Funding

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About this free online course

This free online allergy awareness course is tailored for those who work with children.

The online qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of allergy awareness.

It is designed for those who wish to understand allergies, the causes of allergies and what to do in case of an allergic reaction.

Tutor Support

Learn in confidence with support from a qualified tutor throughout the course.

Development

Join thousands of learners in growing both professionally and personally.

In the UK, 40% of children have been diagnosed with an allergy. Allergy symptoms can affect all aspects of a child’s day-to-day life, including their health and well-being, education, and social activities.

Source: Allergy UK

Course content

Your free course is split into manageable units.

There are no exams. You will complete assessment questions based on the skills and knowledge you have gained from the course units below…

Allergens, allergies and intolerances

In this unit, you will learn the background knowledge behind allergies, allergens and intolerances. They will also gain an understanding of how allergies and intolerances are diagnosed and treated.

Section 1: Understand food allergens, allergies and intolerances.

Section 2: Know the methods for allergy diagnosis and treatment.

Section 3: Know the methods for intolerance diagnosis and treatment.

Food labelling and packaging

In Unit 2, you will look at the different types of food labels and why they are so important in keeping those with allergies safe. You will then come to understand the regulations surrounding food labelling and be able to recognise when a label is incorrect.

Section 1: Understand the importance of food labelling.

Section 2: Understand regulations for food labelling.

Section 3: Understand packaging regulations.

Allergy awareness for those working with children (optional unit)

Unit 3 is an optional unit and all the information is focussed upon children.

You can learn how to recognise the signs and symptoms of allergic reactions on different body parts and how to perform first aid on those who have experienced a severe reaction.

Learners will then look at what can be done in order to reduce the risk in terms of medication, avoidance and medical ID jewellery.

Section 1: Know the signs and effects of allergic reactions.

Section 2: Understand how to reduce the risk of an allergic reaction.

How it works

3 simple steps to qualification…

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Fast-track online enrolment

You can begin your stress-free journey to qualification by completing the short form on this page.

Once submitted, we’ll instantly match you with a relevant training provider based on your location to complete your enrolment.

Free Online Allergy Awareness Course with Certificate (Children)

Award-winning online learning

Enjoy a flexible and engaging learning experience through an award-winning online platform with support from a qualified tutor.

You can access first-class resources, interactive case studies, and support tools. All available on any device, anytime.

Free Online Allergy Awareness Course with Certificate (Children)

Gain an accredited qualification

Your nationally recognised level 2 certificate proves you’ve developed essential new skills and in-depth knowledge. The qualification is accredited by either NCFE or TQUK, depending on your location.

It’s a powerful personal achievement that boosts confidence, enhances employability, supports CPD and opens the door to further study or career progression.

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Funded by UK Government

The level 2 certificate is available online through one of our approved training provider partners, with the specific provider depending on your location.

The course is fully funded for eligible learners in England through the Adult Skills Fund (ASF), formerly known as the Adult Education Budget (AEB), which supports adult learning and skill development across the country.

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FAQs

Is the Allergy Awareness Training free?

If you meet the eligibility criteria then YES!

We connect you with learning providers that use government funding, in the form of the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and the Adult Skills Fund (ASF).

Is Allergy Awareness a qualification?

Allergy Awareness is a level 2 qualification.

The qualification is accredited by NCFE CACHE or TQUK and regulated by Ofqual.

Is the qualification recognised by employers?

All of our courses are accredited by UK government-recognised awarding bodies. These include NCFE CACHE and TQUK, with whom we work closely to ensure our existing courses, and all new ones, meet approved standards of excellence and are certified as such. NCFE CACHE and TQUK are national awarding organisations that design, develops and certifies nationally recognised qualifications and awards.

All qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and are the perfect way to boost any CV.

How many free online courses can I take?

You can only take one course at a time but you can take up to 7 in one academic year.

Do I need to sit an Exam?

No, there are no exams, all courses require you to complete assessment questions based on the knowledge you have just gained from the units.

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