22300VIC
Course in the Management of Anaphylaxis

“Hospitalisations due to anaphylaxis have tripled over the past 13 years and has increased more than seven-fold among children aged 5 to 14”. Journal of Allergy and Immunology, July 2015

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It is becoming increasingly more important for both corporate business and the general public to become Anaphylaxis prepared. Anaphylaxis is the most severe form of an allergic reaction and is potentially life threatening. It must be treated as a medical emergency, requiring immediate treatment and urgent medical attention. Obtain the necessary first aid skills to assess, manage and assist a person suffering an anaphylactic reaction until medical assistance arrives.

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• Define the term allergic reaction/anaphylaxis

• Recognition of allergy and anaphylaxis

• Signs and symptoms of allergic reaction

• Risk factors

• Provide first aid management of severe allergic reactions and anaphylaxis

• Develop risk minimisation and management strategies for allergic reaction and anaphylaxis

• Action Plans

• Use of adrenaline auto-injector devices Epi Pen or Ana Pen

• Communicate detail of the accident to Emergency services

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The course comprises practical training plus face-to-face training hours.

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There are no pre-requisites for this course. Students must be at least 14 years of age at the time of attendance.​

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Clothing: We suggest that you wear comfortable casual clothing, as the practical nature of the demonstrations and practice may possibly require bending, kneeling and lying on the floor. Pants and flat shoes are recommended.

Learn more about the Australian Government’s competency and assessment requirements for this course at http://training.gov.au/training/details/22300VIC

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The 22300VIC Course in the Management of Anaphylaxis is valid for 3 years.