Distance Learning
Allergy Awareness for Those Working in the Service Sector - Level 2
Our FREE 12 week online courses are a great way to gain a nationally recognised qualification across a number of sectors. These courses enable you to study flexibly and plan your learning at times that work best for you; whatever your goals. For further details about the course and the content, please click Course Description below.
We don't have an immediate start date for this course. All applicants will be contacted as soon as start dates are confirmed
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Course Description
Develop knowledge of allergies and what to do in the event of an allergic reaction with our Level 2 Allergy Awareness for Those Working in the Service Sector course. Perfect for both individuals working in a service sector role looking to upskill, and employers looking for allergy awareness training online courses for their staff, this course covers everything you need.
This course has been designed to provide skills and knowledge in a range of subjects related to allergies. These include the different types of allergens, allergies and intolerances, food labelling and packaging, how to recognise reactions, how to reduce risks, how to provide first aid, and more.
What will I study on this course?
- Unit 1: Allergens, allergies and intolerances
Discover the background knowledge behind allergies, allergens and intolerances and gain an understanding of how allergies and intolerances are diagnosed and treated.
- Unit 2: Food labelling and packaging
Learn how to read different types of food labels and the importance of accurate label reading in keeping those with allergies safe. Discover the regulations surrounding food labelling and develop an ability to recognise when a label is incorrect.
- Unit 3: Allergy awareness for those working in the service sector
Learn key information on allergen awareness for those working in service sector roles. Discover how to recognise the signs and symptoms of allergic reactions on different body parts and how to perform first aid on those who have experienced a severe reaction. Learn how to reduce the risk of an allergic reaction through methods such as avoidance, food preparation and medical ID jewellery.
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Entry Requirements
You will be asked a series of eligibility questions upon enrolment
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Course Fees
Age Cost All ages Free 19+ £0 Fee information
All of our distance learning courses offered in partnership with The Skills Network are free
Adult (19+) learners
Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.
Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan
If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.
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Additional Information
What qualification will I achieve?
Level 2 certificate in Allergy Awareness for those Working in the Service Sector
How is my course assessed?
Online e-learning delivery with modular units to complete