The Highfield Anaphylaxis & Autoinjectors Online Training Course provides essential awareness training for recognising and responding to severe allergic reactions.

Designed for employees, school staff, managers and other professionals who may need to respond to an anaphylactic emergency, this short online course helps learners understand the risks associated with severe allergic reactions, recognise the symptoms of anaphylaxis and understand how adrenaline autoinjectors are used during an emergency.

The course is delivered entirely online and can be completed at the learner's own pace, making it a practical training solution for individuals, schools, workplaces and organisations looking to improve allergy awareness and emergency preparedness.

Key Features

Approximately 30 minutes to complete
100% online and self-paced training
Covers the recognition of anaphylaxis symptoms
Explains reactions to allergens and severe allergic reactions
Guidance on responding to suspected anaphylaxis
Covers adrenaline autoinjectors and their use
Multiple-choice assessment
Highfield Completion Certificate
Suitable for individual learners and staff training
Can be used as standalone training or as part of an induction programme

Recognise and Respond to Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that requires a rapid response.

This online course helps learners understand how allergic reactions can develop, the signs and symptoms associated with anaphylaxis and the steps that should be taken when a severe allergic reaction is suspected.

Learners are also introduced to adrenaline autoinjectors and the principles of administering adrenaline safely and effectively during an anaphylactic emergency.

What Does the Course Cover?

The Anaphylaxis & Autoinjectors course covers key areas including:

Reactions to allergens
Understanding anaphylaxis
Recognising the symptoms of anaphylaxis
Treating suspected anaphylaxis
Employee responsibilities
Adrenaline autoinjectors
Types of autoinjectors
Common characteristics and principles of autoinjector use
Safe and effective administration of adrenaline during an anaphylactic reaction

Interactive exercises, visual content and knowledge checks are used throughout the course to support learner understanding and engagement.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This course is suitable for employees and managers working in environments where an understanding of anaphylaxis and adrenaline autoinjectors would be beneficial.

It is particularly relevant for schools and education settings, childcare environments, healthcare and care settings, hospitality businesses, food businesses, workplaces and other organisations where staff may need to recognise and respond to a severe allergic reaction.

The course can be completed as a standalone awareness module or incorporated into staff induction and wider workplace training programmes.

Ideal for Schools and Education Settings

Where pupils or staff have serious allergies, it is important that employees understand how to recognise the signs of anaphylaxis and respond appropriately during an emergency.

This course provides accessible online awareness training that can help school staff develop a better understanding of severe allergic reactions and the use of adrenaline autoinjectors.

It is suitable for teaching staff, teaching assistants, administrative teams, lunchtime supervisors, catering staff, facilities teams and other employees who may be present when an allergic reaction occurs.

Flexible Online Learning

The course is completed online through the Highfield learning platform and is designed to be simple and easy to follow.

Learners can progress through the training at their own pace, with content delivered in manageable sections supported by interactive exercises, visual references and knowledge checks. The course is compatible with most popular desktop computers and tablets.

Assessment and Certification

Learners complete multiple-choice questions to assess their understanding of the course content. Following successful completion, learners receive a Highfield Completion Certificate, providing evidence that the online training has been completed.

Course Details

Course: Anaphylaxis & Autoinjectors Online Training
Training Provider: Highfield Online Training
Delivery: Online e-learning
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
Assessment: Multiple-choice questions
Certificate: Highfield Completion Certificate
Suitable For: Individuals, employees, managers, school staff and workplace teams

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Anaphylaxis & Autoinjectors course take?

The course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Learners can work through the online training at their own pace.

Is the course completed online?

Yes. The course is delivered entirely online through the Highfield learning platform.

Does the learner receive a certificate?

Yes. Learners receive a Highfield Completion Certificate after successfully completing the course.

Is this course suitable for school staff?

Yes. The course is suitable for employees working in environments where an understanding of anaphylaxis and autoinjectors would be beneficial. This can include teachers, teaching assistants, lunchtime supervisors, catering teams and other school staff.

Does the course cover adrenaline autoinjectors?

Yes. The course covers adrenaline autoinjectors, including types of autoinjectors and the principles of safe and effective adrenaline administration during an anaphylactic reaction.

Can this course be used for staff induction?

Yes. The course can be completed as a standalone training module or incorporated into an employee induction programme.

Is the course suitable for workplace training?

Yes. The course is suitable for employees and managers across a wide range of workplaces where an understanding of severe allergic reactions and emergency response would be beneficial.

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