Anaphylaxis & Allergy Awareness Training
Around 680,000 children in England live with allergies, and one in five fatal food-allergic reactions happen at school. Anaphylaxis & Allergy Awareness Training gives school staff the knowledge and confidence to identify and reduce allergy risks, recognise allergic reactions, act quickly in an emergency, and protect children with allergies throughout the school day.
Covering allergy awareness, anaphylaxis, adrenaline auto-injectors, healthcare plans, risk reduction strategies and emergency procedures, the course helps schools prevent incidents in line with Benedict’s Law and create a safer, more inclusive environment for children with allergies.
This SCORM-compliant, online course can be integrated seamlessly into your organisation’s LMS or accessed instantly via our online platform.
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Anaphylaxis & Allergy Awareness Training
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Benefits of Anaphylaxis & Allergy Awareness Training
- Supports compliance with Benedict’s Law by promoting a consistent, allergy-aware culture across the school community.
- Helps staff identify and reduce allergy risks to prevent incidents.
- Provides practical guidance on supporting pupils with allergies safely and inclusively.
- Builds staff confidence in recognising allergic reactions and responding quickly.
- Learn at your own pace through engaging, interactive eLearning with practical examples and knowledge checks.
- CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Instant online access with flexible, self-paced learning.
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high–quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified, and this course is SCORM compliant, which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
Ways to study
Online
You can study whenever and wherever suits you. Online courses are delivered through our SHINE platform, or to your own learning management system via SCORM.
eLearning
With eLearning, participants can access course materials at their convenience, fitting around their commitments.
- Engaging. Our courses engage learners through multimedia elements, simulations, and interactive exercises. This encourages active participation and increases learning retention.
- Tracking. Our learning management system, SHINE, enables administrators to track learners’ progress, the courses they have attended and the dates, which supports health and safety compliance.
- SCORM compatible. We offer courses as SCORM files so they can be integrated into an organisation’s existing learning management system.
- Assessment. There are multiple-choice quizzes throughout the courses so learners can check their understanding as they progress and consolidate their learning.
- Summaries. Each module concludes with a summary, reinforcing key concepts and enhancing understanding.
Our virtual classroom combines the advantages of in-person training with online learning.
- Experienced trainers. Online tutorials are led by health and safety trainers with many years of experience in the field. Learners benefit from their expertise and industry knowledge.
- Interactive. Learners can ask questions in real-time and receive immediate feedback from trainers, enhancing their understanding.
- Bespoke. Courses can be customised to meet an organisation’s specific requirements, so participants can apply what they have learned most effectively.
Virtual Classroom
Face-to-Face
Learning in-person in a collaborative environment equips your team with the knowledge and skills they need to ensure workplace safety and compliance.
- Expert trainers. Benefit from the expertise of qualified trainers with years of health and safety experience across a broad range of industries and types of organisations.
- Flexible. Choose a location convenient for your team, whether at your premises or a designated training facility.
- Tailored. Course content can be customised to align with your organisation’s specific requirements and industry challenges, ensuring knowledge can be applied effectively to your workplace.
- Supportive. Learners engage in discussions, share knowledge, and collaborate to learn from each other’s perspectives and experiences as well as from the trainer.
- Interactive. Sessions are interactive to encourage active engagement which enhances understanding and helps learners to retain knowledge. Learning is through questions, feedback, discussions, and instructor-led presentations.
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By the end of allergy training, participants will be able to:
- Explain the importance of allergy awareness and management in schools.
- Describe the responsibilities of schools and staff in implementing Benedict’s Law requirements.
- Identify common allergy risks in school environments
- Take practical steps to reduce allergen exposure and cross-contamination.
- Recognise allergic reactions and anaphylaxis and take immediate emergency action.
- Understand the purpose of adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) in the treatment of anaphylaxis.
- Help create a safe, inclusive environment that supports pupils with allergies.
Why allergy awareness matters
- Why allergy awareness is important in schools.
- The purpose and requirements of Benedict’s Law.
- Responsibilities of staff, leaders, parents/carers and pupils.
- How policies, plans and registers support pupil safety.
Understanding allergy risks
- The difference between allergies and intolerances.
- Common allergens found in school environments.
- How allergen exposure and cross-contamination can occur.
- Factors that can increase the risk or severity of allergic reactions.
- Practical measures to reduce allergen exposure and minimise allergy risks.
Recognising allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
- Common signs of allergic reactions.
- How anaphylaxis affects the body.
- Why anaphylaxis is a medical emergency.
- How symptoms can differ between individuals.
- Recognising early warning signs and unusual symptoms.
Emergency response procedures
- What to do if an allergic reaction is suspected
- Following Allergy Action Plans and school procedures.
- When to give emergency medication.
- Supporting and monitoring a pupil until help arrives.
Adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs)
- What AAIs are and how they work.
- When an AAI should be used.
- The different types of AAI used in schools.
- Requirements for storing and accessing AAIs.
- Staff training and emergency preparedness.
Supporting pupils with allergies in everyday school life
- The purpose of healthcare plans, action plans and allergy registers.
- Reducing allergen exposure and cross-contamination.
- Safe food and drink practices.
- Supporting pupils during school activities and trips.
- Promoting confidence and self-management.
Creating an inclusive, allergy-aware school culture
- Supporting participation in school events and activities.
- Using respectful, person-centred approaches.
- Creating a culture of awareness and shared responsibility.
Post-incident procedures and continuous improvement
- Actions following an allergic reaction or anaphylaxis.
- Recording and reporting incidents.
- Communicating with parents/carers and relevant professionals.
- Reviewing plans, procedures and control measures.
- Learning from incidents to improve allergy management.
At the end of Anaphylaxis & Allergy Awareness Training, there are 10 multiple choice questions to answer, and the pass mark is 80%.
Who should take this course?
This allergy course is suitable for all school staff, including teachers, teaching assistants, lunchtime supervisors, office staff, first aiders, senior leaders, support staff and volunteers who may support or supervise pupils with allergies.
Course duration
This course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete.
Certificate
You will receive a certificate on successful completion of the course, which is downloadable as a PDF file.
How is it delivered?
Our allergy awareness course is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device. We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
When does Benedict’s Law come into force?
Benedict’s Law is expected to come into force in September 2026 for schools in England. It will require schools to implement robust allergy management arrangements, ensure staff receive appropriate allergy and anaphylaxis training, and maintain effective procedures for preventing and responding to allergy incidents.
Which schools must comply?
From September 2026, all schools in England will be required to comply with Benedict’s Law and the associated statutory allergy guidance, including maintained schools, academies, free schools, independent schools, special schools and alternative provision settings.
Who takes ultimate responsibility for Benedict’s Law compliance?
Ultimate responsibility for compliance with Benedict’s Law rests with the school’s governing body, academy trust, or proprietor, depending on the type of school. They are responsible for ensuring appropriate allergy policies, procedures, training, and emergency arrangements are in place.
Day-to-day implementation may be delegated to the headteacher and staff, but accountability remains with the governing body, trust, or proprietor.
Will compliance be inspected?
Yes. Compliance with Benedict’s Law is expected to be monitored through existing school inspection and assurance processes. This is likely to include consideration by Ofsted during inspections, as well as oversight by governing bodies, academy trusts, and local authorities where applicable.
While inspectors may not conduct a standalone “Benedict’s Law inspection”, schools will be expected to demonstrate that they have appropriate allergy policies, training, risk management arrangements, and emergency procedures in place.
Our lunchtime supervisors and caretakers work highly irregular, part-time hours. How can we get them trained without paying them overtime to come in on an INSET day?
Benedict’s Law (Allergy Awareness Training) is an eLearning course so staff can complete it at a time that suits their normal working pattern without needing to attend an INSET day. The course can be started, paused, and resumed as needed, allowing lunchtime supervisors, caretakers, and other part-time staff to fit the training around their existing hours while still ensuring the school can evidence compliance.
Our staff already do mandatory First Aid at Work/Paediatric First Aid training that covers anaphylaxis. Why do we need to buy a specific Benedict’s Law course if we are technically already “covered”?
First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid training are essential because they focus primarily on recognising and responding to medical emergencies.
As well as emergency preparation, Benedict’s Law requires a whole-school approach to allergy management, including prevention, risk assessment, individual healthcare plans, communication with parents, food management, record-keeping, emergency procedures, and staff responsibilities.
Our Benedict’s Law allergy awareness course helps schools demonstrate that staff understand the specific policies, procedures, and legal expectations associated with allergy management in an educational setting. The course complements first aid training by ensuring staff know how to prevent incidents as well as respond to them.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
SHINE – compliance record keeping made easy
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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