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Management of Anaphylaxis LEVEL 3/6
Qualification title: RQF Level 3
AwardFAA Level 3 Award in Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis (RQF)
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Qualification title: SCQF Level 6 Award
Award in Immediate Management of Anaphylaxis at SCQF Level 6
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An Anaphylactic shock, or anaphylaxis, is a life-threatening, serious allergic reaction to an allergen such as food substances or insect stings.
If it is not treated appropriately, it may cause death!​
This course is suitable for all first-aiders and healthcare to enable them to recognize and treat anaphylaxis safely and effectively.
Duration:
This is a classroom-based course of 6 contact hours. Dependent on the learner’s experience, there may well be some pre-course or post-course reading.
Syllabus:
The course is made up of practical and theoretical sessions delivered by your Instructor who will provide a detailed course programme.
At the end of the course, learners will be able to:
• Describe anaphylaxis
• Identify triggers for anaphylaxis
• Describe life-threatening problems associated with the:
• Airway
• Breathing
• Circulation
• Disability (Neurological status)
• Exposure (Skin and mucosal changes)
Certification:
This qualification lasts for 3 years. To renew the qualification, learners will need to retake the full course. However, it is recommended that during the 3-year period, the learners attend annual refresher courses.
Assessment:
A range of methods are used, including, practical and questioning (open and multiple-choice).
Numbers:
A maximum of 12 students can be accommodated on this course and all candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age to qualify.
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