Anaphylaxis and Auto-injectors Awareness Sessions (Epi-Pen Training)

Anaphylaxis and Auto-injectors Awareness Sessions (Epi-Pen Training) looks at the common causes and signs and symptoms of Anaphylactic Shock and what actions to take in the event of an Anaphylactic reaction. The course also includes a practical session using training auto-injectors so that attendees feel confident in the event that they need to use them.

Who is the Course For?

Anyone who may have to respond to an anaphylactic reaction

Course Syllabus

Common causes of Anaphylactic Reactions
Signs and symptoms of Anaphylactic Reactions
What to do in the event of an Anaphylactic Reaction
Types of Auto Injectors
Practical session with dummy Epi-Pen and Jext Pen Auto Injectors
What to do if Auto Injectors do not work
Possible side effects of Auto Injectors

Course Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course

Course Duration

2 contact hours

Good Skills Training normally deliver this course 09:00 – 11:00

Awarding Body

There is no awarding body for this course, but it is certificated by Good Skills Training

Qualification Code

N/A

Delivery Type

Face-to-Face

Assessment Methods

This is not an assessed course

Maximum Learners Per Tutor

The Anaphylaxis and Auto-injectors Awareness Sessions has a maximum ratio of 20:1

Requalification Process

Depending on your sector you may need to complete the Epi-Pen Training Awareness Sessions annually

We would recommend leaving it no longer than 3-years to renew your qualification

Booking an onsite course:

To enquire about an onsite course for your staff, please either call our head office, 01473 551911, or one of our local offices, or fill in the enquiry form by clicking here