🩺 Introduction to Anaphylaxis in Australia – Course Description
This Introduction to Anaphylaxis in Australia course provides essential knowledge for healthcare professionals, food service staff, educators, carers, and anyone working in environments where individuals with food allergies may be present.
Learners will explore how the immune system reacts to allergens, the diagnosis and treatment of food allergies, common food triggers, and how to identify and manage anaphylaxis. The course also covers risk factors, Australian hospital data, and the critical role of nurses and carers in responding to allergic reactions.
Whether you’re working in healthcare, education, hospitality, childcare, or community settings, this course equips you to act confidently in an emergency and contribute to safer environments for people with food allergies.
🎯 Anaphylaxis Course – Learning Outcomes
By the end of this anaphylaxis awareness course, learners will be able to:
✔ Understand the immune system response behind food allergies
✔ Identify common triggers and food allergens in Australia
✔ Recognise the signs and symptoms of mild allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
✔ Understand the risk factors and potential for fatal anaphylaxis
✔ Know the impact of cofactors that can increase reaction severity
✔ Understand current hospital admission trends in Australia
✔ Apply the correct treatment steps during an anaphylactic emergency
✔ Understand the role and responsibilities of nurses and carers in managing food allergy risks
👥 Who Should Take This Course?
- Nurses, personal care assistants, and healthcare professionals
- Childcare workers, teachers, and school staff
- Hospitality and food service staff
- Community support workers
- Sports coaches, youth leaders, and volunteers
- Family members or carers of people with food allergies
- Anyone seeking to improve their knowledge of food allergy and anaphylaxis management in Australia
🧰 What You’ll Need
- A device with internet access (desktop, tablet, or smartphone)
- A quiet space to complete the modules and quizzes
- An email address for enrolment and certificate delivery
- [Optional] Notepad or digital tool for reflections and notes
📚 Course Includes
- 12 clear, easy-to-understand lessons
- Australian-specific content verified by ASCIA and AIHW sources
- Visual slides, workplace examples, and real-world scenarios
- Short quizzes after each lesson to check your learning
- Downloadable resources and action plan templates
- Instant Certificate of Completion
⏱ Course Duration
- Approx. 2 to 3 hours
- Self-paced – start and pause anytime to suit your schedule
📝 Assessment
- Short multiple-choice quiz after each lesson
- 80% pass mark required
- Unlimited quiz attempts allowed to reinforce understanding
📩 Certification
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a downloadable Certificate of Completion. This may be used for:
