22578VIC Course in the First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis
Know the signs. Act fast. Safe a life.
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Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that can escalate in minutes. This nationally recognised course gives you the skills and confidence to recognise the signs and respond immediately — including correct use of an adrenaline autoinjector — until medical help arrives.
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This nationally recognised course equips participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills to recognise, respond to, and manage anaphylaxis — a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. You'll learn to identify triggers, signs, and symptoms, and correctly administer adrenaline device (such as an EpiPen) while waiting for medical assistance.
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Educators, childcare workers, sports coaches, first aid officers, and anyone with a duty of care for others — particularly relevant for education and childcare settings, where annual refreshers are often required.
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Identify the triggers, signs, and symptoms of mild-to-moderate allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
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Correctly administer adrenaline via an autoinjector device
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Develop and apply anaphylaxis risk management and risk minimisation strategies
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Communicate details to emergency services and complete incident reporting
Face-to-Face
A fully hands-on 4-hour session with no pre-learning required. Delivered in small groups with direct trainer guidance.
Blended (Online + Practical)
Complete 3 hours of self-paced online learning, then attend a 1-hour practical session to demonstrate your skills. Ideal for those who want to minimise time away from work or home.
Face-2-Face Bended
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4 hours 1 hour​
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Theory & practical Theory online (3 Hours) &
units Practical Face-2-Face
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Full hands on Minimising time away from
experience in one work/home
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Both pathways combine face-to-face instruction with hands-on practical training.​
How your assessed
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Practical: Demonstrate correct recognition of an anaphylaxis reaction and administration of an adrenaline training device, following the ASCIA Action Plan
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Theory: A written knowledge check covering allergy triggers, signs and symptoms, and risk management/minimisation strategies for anaphylaxis
Before you attend
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Minimum age 14 at time of attendance
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A valid USI required to recieve certification
Your certification
On successful completion, you'll receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for 22578VIC, valid for 3 Years.
First Aid and Fire delivers this training and assessment as an approved third-party provider on behalf of Healthcorp Pty Ltd (RTO ID 91222). All qualifications and Statements of Attainment are issued by Healthcorp Pty Ltd in accordance with ASQA standards.