Food Allergy Awareness Course – 250 CPD POINTS
Our Food Allergy Awareness course is essential for anyone working with children in educational or childcare settings. With food allergies becoming increasingly common, it’s vital to understand how to recognise allergic reactions, manage risks, and respond swiftly and appropriately in an emergency.
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This course provides clear, practical guidance on identifying allergens, understanding labelling, preventing cross-contamination, and creating a safe environment for children with dietary needs. Whether you’re preparing food, supervising mealtimes, or simply want to feel more confident in your role, this CPD-accredited course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to protect children and promote allergy-safe practices every day.
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You’ll also learn about legal responsibilities under food safety regulations and how to work with parents and carers to support children with allergies. Real-life scenarios and case studies help reinforce understanding and bring the learning to life, so you feel prepared and proactive in your setting.
The latest syllabus
This course follows the latest guidelines, with up-to-date information. You don’t need to be working in a school for this course.
Your CPD Course Units
250 CPD Points – 10 Units
Learn the basics of food allergies, including common allergens, symptoms, and risks. This unit helps you understand how to keep children safe and respond confidently in educational settings.
Understand how allergic reactions occur, recognise key symptoms, and learn the difference between mild and severe responses. This unit equips you to act quickly and confidently in education or childcare settings.
Explore the 14 major food allergens recognised by law, how they affect individuals, and where they’re commonly found. This unit helps you identify and manage allergen risks in educational settings.
Learn how to create and implement effective Food Allergy Management Plans. This unit covers personalised care strategies, emergency procedures, and collaboration with parents and professionals to keep children safe in education settings.
Understand the correct emergency procedures for allergic reactions, including the use of auto-injectors and other medication. This unit ensures you’re prepared to respond swiftly and safely in educational settings.
Learn how to prepare food safely for children with allergies. This unit covers avoiding cross-contamination, understanding ingredient labels, and following best practices to ensure a safe mealtime environment in education settings.
Gain a clear understanding of food allergy legislation relevant to educational settings. This unit covers legal responsibilities, food labelling laws, and how to stay compliant while keeping children safe from allergens.
Discover the unique challenges and responsibilities of working in education and care settings. This unit highlights best practices for supporting children’s health, safety, and wellbeing, including managing allergies and promoting inclusive environments.
Learn the importance of clear communication and accurate documentation in managing food allergies. This unit covers effective record-keeping, sharing information with colleagues and parents, and ensuring consistency in allergy care.
Explore how to foster an allergy-aware culture in education settings. This unit emphasises staff training, awareness-raising, and collaborative practices to ensure a safe, supportive environment for children with allergies.
Entry requirements
You don’t need any previous qualifications or school placement for this CPD course. You will be taught the full syllabus once enrolled.
- No formal qualifications are required.
- No school placement is required.
- You must be over 16 years of age.
- Enrolments are open all year.
Course Delivery – instant access to your course
Receive immediate access to your course as soon as you enrol.
Home study course – enrol at anytime
This is a home study course meaning there’s no need to come to the college. There’s no mention of home study on your certificate.
Your Course Materials – online study
You’ll be given instant online access to your course. This means you can begin your study as soon as you enrol!
The enrolment fee includes your CPD certificate and all your course materials.
Your Certificate is a CPD Qualification
Study with us, and you will gain a CPD certificate from De Montfort College.
Upon course completion, you will receive a CPD certificate. The certificate does not mention distance learning or home study.
250 CPD POINTS
- Home study course
- CPD Certificate included
- For primary & secondary schools
- Lifetime Access
NUS Student Discount Membership
Apply for your NUS student discount membership once enrolled.
Amazing Support
From start to finish, our friendly tutors will be on hand to help you.
Why De Montfort
At De Montfort we have many years of experience providing the highest quality online Teaching Assistant courses, here are just some of the reasons we think you’ll love us.
Cost-effective
With all of our courses delivered online, we can minimise costs and provide you with official qualifications for less than most physical colleges
Supportive tutors
All of our friendly tutors are experts in their field and will be on hand to support you every step of the way.
Save time
Because you’ll be studying online, there’s no need to travel to and from classes, saving you both time and money.
Highly rated
We’ve built a reputation for quality and all of our courses regularly receive outstanding feedback from students.
Online learning
Our online course allows you to study from the comfort of your own home and at your own pace.
250 CPD Points
Our courses are CPD endorsed and this course provides 250 CPD Points.
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There has never been a better time to start learning and take that first step towards a brighter future!
*This offer cannot be backdated.
8 Facts On This Course
CPD Training course
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Certificate included
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Easy to complete
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24/7 Access
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