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Course area
Health and Social Care
Student type
Courses for 19+ students
Course type
Part-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 2
Date/times

You can start this course at any time.

Location
Online Learning
Course code
Parent course code:C055056 Child course code: Q055057
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Course introduction

Enhance your understanding of allergies and appropriate responses to allergic reactions by enrolling in our Level 2 Allergy Awareness for Professionals in the Service Sector course.

This program is ideal for individuals seeking to develop their skills in service roles as well as for employers seeking online allergy awareness training for their teams.

You will learn:

Unit 1: Understanding Allergens, Allergies, and Intolerances

Explore the foundational knowledge regarding allergies, allergens, and intolerances, and develop a comprehensive understanding of the diagnostic and treatment processes involved.

Unit 2: Food Labelling and Packaging

Gain proficiency in interpreting various types of food labels and understand the significance of accurate label reading to ensure the safety of individuals with allergies. Familiarize yourself with the regulations governing food labelling and enhance your ability to identify inaccuracies on labels.

Unit 3: Allergy Awareness for Service Sector Professionals

Acquire essential knowledge regarding allergen awareness for professionals working in the service sector. Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of allergic reactions across different areas of the body and understand how to administer first aid to individuals experiencing severe reactions. Additionally, explore strategies to mitigate the risk of allergic reactions through practices such as avoidance, proper food preparation, and the use of medical identification jewellery.

Throughout your course, you will receive support from one of our dedicated tutors.

Duration: You will study this course at your own pace, but it must be completed within 16 weeks. You will receive an automated email reminding you of when you need to complete your assignment.

Course information

You will study this course at your own pace, but it must be completed within 16 weeks. You will receive an automated email reminding you of when you need to complete your assignment.

TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Allergy Awareness for those Working in the Service Sector

There are no formal entry requirements, but you must be aged 19+.

Please note: All students will need to complete an Initial Assessment before being enrolled onto the course

The course evaluation is conducted through internally developed and graded assessments across various subjects. All participants will be assessed on their knowledge and understanding throughout the duration of the course.

To achieve a pass grade, all learning outcomes and assessment criteria must be satisfactorily met.

You can progress to other units within our online learning offer.

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