Course overview
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can develop within seconds or minutes of exposure to a trigger such as certain foods, insect stings, medicines or latex. When it happens, knowing what to do — and doing it quickly — can save a life. Our 2 hours Anaphylaxis Training course in Birmingham gives you the practical knowledge and hands-on confidence to act decisively in an emergency.
This is a focused, interactive session built around real-world response. You will learn to recognise the signs and symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, understand common triggers, and practise using adrenaline auto-injectors — including EpiPen and Jext trainer devices — so you leave confident with the technique. We also cover when and how to call 999 and how to care for someone until help arrives.
The course runs at Tutors and Exams Birmingham in Birmingham, or we can deliver it on site at your own premises for groups. On-site group sessions are from £395 for up to 15 learners. Every attendee receives a Skills Training Group certificate valid for 3 years.
What the course covers
- What anaphylaxis is and why it demands an immediate response
- Common triggers, including specific foods, insect stings, medicines, latex and other allergens
- How to recognise the signs and symptoms of a severe allergic reaction
- How a reaction can develop rapidly and the importance of acting fast
- How adrenaline auto-injectors work and when to use them
- Hands-on practice using EpiPen and Jext trainer (dummy) devices
- Correct technique for administering an auto-injector safely
- Effective response techniques to manage an anaphylactic emergency
- When and how to call 999 and what information to give
- Positioning and ongoing care while waiting for the emergency services
- What to do if symptoms return after a first dose of adrenaline
- How to support and reassure a casualty during a reaction
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone who may need to respond to a severe allergic reaction, whether at work, in the community or at home. No previous first aid experience is required.
- School and nursery staff
- Food, hospitality and catering businesses
- Carers and support workers
- Childminders and early years practitioners
- Sports, leisure and activity staff
- Parents and family members of children with known allergies
- Anyone who works around allergens or with at-risk individuals
It is especially valuable for those caring for vulnerable people, such as children, where a fast, confident response can be critical.
Assessment & certification
This is a practical, hands-on session. You will spend time practising the auto-injector technique on EpiPen and Jext trainer (dummy) devices, so you leave able to act with confidence rather than just having heard about it. The trainer assesses your technique on the day as part of the course.
On successful completion you will receive a Skills Training Group certificate in Anaphylaxis Awareness, valid for 3 years. We recommend refresher training before your certificate expires to keep your skills and knowledge current.
Why choose this course?
- Hands-on practice with EpiPen and Jext trainer devices, not just theory
- Experienced, friendly instructors who teach practical, real-world response
- Flexible delivery — join an open course in Birmingham or book on site at your venue
- Cost-effective on-site group training: from £395 for up to 15 learners at your venue
- A Skills Training Group certificate valid for 3 years
- A focused 2 hours format that fits easily around busy schedules
- Ideal for schools, nurseries, food businesses and carers