AllergyWise® - Anaphylaxis Training for Healthcare Professionals
(CPD Certified)

Online, self-paced training designed to help healthcare professionals recognise, treat and manage anaphylaxis confidently in clinical practice.
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Allergic reactions are common - be prepared

Over 20 million people in the UK are living with an allergic condition, and 5 million have severe allergies requiring specialist care.

For healthcare professionals, this means that being prepared to recognise and manage allergic reactions safely is essential.

Who this course is for

This course has been designed specifically for professionals who need practical, clinically relevant allergy knowledge, including:

  • Community healthcare professionals managing at-risk patients
  • Dentists and dental nurses treating children and adults with known allergies
  • Pharmacists advising on medication safety
  • GPs and practice nurses responding to suspected allergic reactions
  • Hospital staff involved in inpatient or outpatient care
  • Aesthetics professionals working with injectable treatments
  • Urgent care, emergency staff, and many more

Note: This course is intended for individual continuing professional development (CPD). It is not a Train the Trainer programme. Healthcare professionals seeking licensed training options for delivering allergy education to others should explore our dedicated trainer courses.

Why anaphylaxis training is essential in clinical, dental and aesthetic practice

The most serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) usually begins within minutes and can be life-threatening. Hospital admissions for allergies and anaphylaxis in England have more than doubled in the past 20 years.

Allergies can present themselves in various ways in healthcare settings. It can affect how food is prepared and what choices are available if admitted to hospital, the drugs prescribed, the use of latex-containing products, and the use of cleaning products. This makes allergy awareness essential so that you can provide the best, safest care, and in emergencies, it can save lives.

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What you'll learn

Gain confidence to manage serious allergies and potentially save a life.

AllergyWise® is the UK’s most comprehensive allergy training for healthcare professionals – trusted by trainers, educators and written by leading experts in medicine and education.

Our CPD-certified courses are fully updated to reflect current guidance from the Resuscitation Council and Department of Health and Social Care, and are clinically endorsed to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance.

Developed by Anaphylaxis UK, this training reflects current best practice guidance and is tailored specifically to UK healthcare professionals who require practical, clinically relevant knowledge.

You'll learn the following:
  • right_arrow_orange_icon How to recognise and respond to allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon When and how to use adrenaline auto-injectors.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Practical, everyday strategies to keep patients with allergies safe.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Key responsibilities under current legislation.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon CPD accredited.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Takes 2-3 hours to complete.
  • right_arrow_orange_icon Certificate on completion

Course outline

  • Recognising symptoms of serious allergic reactions

    Learn the important ABC symptoms, as well as milder symptoms, and how these can present themselves so that you can confidently recognise a serious allergic reaction as early as possible.

  • Avoiding allergen exposure

    Allergens can be encountered in many aspects of healthcare delivery — from prescribed medications and hospital meals to medical products and cleaning materials. This course highlights the importance of taking an accurate allergy history and following allergy safety procedures.

  • Use of all current licenced adrenaline devices – EpiPen®, Jext® and EURneffy ®

    In a 2024 survey by the British Society for Allergy and Clinical Immunology (BSACI) of over 1,100 newly qualified UK doctors revealed significant gaps in training and confidence with just 37% felt confident teaching a patient how to use an adrenaline auto-injector. In this course you’ll learn how to obtain a free training device and how to use them.

  • How to respond in an emergency

    In a serious allergic reaction, timing is key. Understanding the steps to take and feeling confident to act as quickly as possible can save a life.

  • Supporting patients with ongoing allergy management plans

    Effective allergy care extends beyond emergency response. The course also highlights the importance of risk assessment and preventative planning to ensure that individuals living with serious allergies can safely participate in healthcare, education, work and community settings.

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Pricing & Enrolment

Course pricing

£120 per person (including VAT)

  • Full online access for 12 months
  • Certificate issued on completion
  • CPD-certified training

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Buying for a team?

Discounts are available for bulk purchases of 10+ courses.

Please get in touch with us to let us know how many courses you would like to purchase.

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Looking for a Train the Trainer Course?

If you are looking for a licensed Train the Trainer course:

School nurses – view the AllergyWise® Licensed Trainer course for School Nurses

Healthcare professionals or first aid trainers – please contact our team to discuss suitable options

Have any questions?

If you have any questions, please check out our FAQs below.

What Healthcare Professionals say about this course

‘I have found the AllergyWise® course invaluable in my role and it gives me confidence that I am maintaining my own knowledge in order to share the correct and most up-to-date knowledge with the people I train. The course is in a great format with different sections that don’t have to all be completed at once and keep record of where you have got up to. There are also quizzes along the way to check your understanding. After completion you are able to access the information for the rest of the year and so can look back on any areas as required. I would definitely recommend this course to others."

Donna Colligon – Community Nurse

"This informative and user-friendly course provided me with a comprehensive guide to allergy management and proved a timely recap on all things ‘allergy’ for a mother of a son with a serious peanut allergy! The course covered a range of topics such as; identifying and responding to allergic reactions; causes of reactions; available medications and their correct use and the prevention of allergies. I particularly liked the way in which my knowledge was checked at the end of each section without it feeling like a memory ‘test’. The positive re-cap system used at the end of each section allows time for you to re-think and change your mind without feeling that you have failed. All in all, a very enjoyable experience and one which both refreshed and increased my knowledge of allergy management."

Alison Streefland, Curriculum Development Officer – Welsh in English medium schools -Neath Port Talbot

“I found the Healthcare Professional’s Course informative and easy to navigate. The content was clear, engaging, and helped build both my confidence and my understanding of allergy and anaphylaxis. It’s a high‑quality course that made the subject feel accessible, and I would definitely recommend it”

Angela Glennon, Service Development Manager

"I have done this course twice in the past and have found each time that the content has changed and improved. There are more interesting developments which are described this time."

"Lovely course with good facts & training/slideshow very good."

Why choose AllergyWise®?

Anaphylaxis UK is the only charity solely for those at risk of serious allergic reactions. We’ve been supporting those at risk of anaphylaxis for over 30 years, providing trusted information to individuals, schools, healthcare professionals and businesses. Our information is evidence-based, with the support of our Clinical and Scientific Panel.

Our AllergyWise® for Healthcare Professionals course was originally produced by Sue Clarke, BSc (hons) RGN, RHV, SPPH, DN, P, Asthma Dip, advisor to Anaphylaxis UK. The course has been substantially updated for 2025 with clinical support from Dr Helen Evans-Howells (Dr Helen Allergy), Chair of Anaphylaxis UK Clinical and Scientific Panel and our Information Team, who have a wealth of knowledge about allergies and anaphylaxis.

How the course works

AllergyWise® for Healthcare Professionals is delivered entirely online, allowing you to complete the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.

The course takes approximately 2–3 hours to complete and can be accessed from any device with an internet connection. You can work through the modules in one sitting or return to them at a later time.

Once you have successfully completed the course, you will receive a certificate of completion for your records. This training should be renewed every 12 months to ensure your knowledge remains up to date with current best practice in allergy and anaphylaxis management.

FAQs: about the AllergyWise® for Healthcare Professionals course

Please see our FAQs below. For further support, get in touch via our course support page.

  • How long do staff have to complete the course?

    Once enrolled, learners have 12 months to complete the course.

    Access remains active throughout this period, so staff can start, pause and return to the training as needed.

    For more information, please see our course terms & conditions.

  • Do staff have to complete it at a certain time?

    No. There are no fixed session times.

    Learners can start the course whenever they’re ready and work through the modules at their own pace within their 12-month access period.

  • How long does the course take?

    The course takes approximately 2 hours to complete.

    As it’s fully online and self-paced, learners can complete it in one sitting or spread the modules out over time.

  • Does the course need to be completed all in one go?

    No. Learners can complete the course in stages. Progress is saved automatically, so you can log back in and pick up exactly where you left off.

  • Do you need to pass the final assessment on the first attempt?

    No. The pass mark is 80%, and you can retake the assessment if required.

    There is no time limit, and you’re free to review the course content before attempting it again. The aim is to ensure you feel confident in your understanding.

  • Does this course include how to use adrenaline devices?

    Yes. The course includes guidance on the safe and correct use of adrenaline devices as part of emergency anaphylaxis management.

    Where appropriate, we also recommend practising with a trainer device to build confidence in real-world scenarios.

    You can order trainer devices directly from the manufacturers:

  • How long will I have access to the course content?

    You will have 12 months of access to the course content from the date of enrolment.

    During this time, you can log in and revisit the materials as often as you need.

  • Why is it important for healthcare professionals to complete this course?

    Up to 3 million people in the UK are living with food allergy, including around 8% of children. As a result, healthcare professionals are increasingly likely to encounter patients who are at risk of allergic reactions.

    Anaphylaxis is a serious, potentially life-threatening emergency that often develops rapidly. Prompt recognition and correct treatment are essential.

    By completing this course, Healthcare Professionals can strengthen their understanding of allergen avoidance, recognise the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction, and respond confidently and appropriately in an emergency. The more clinicians who are allergy-aware and prepared, the safer everyone with allergies will be.

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Buying the Course & Managing Your Account

Please see our FAQs below. For further support, get in touch via our course support page.

  • How do I buy this AllergyWise® for Healthcare Professionals course?

    You can enrol by clicking any of the “Buy now” buttons on this page.

    • Credit or debit card: Access is granted instantly after payment.
    • Invoice: The course will be available once the invoice has been settled.

    It’s simple and straightforward, so you can start learning right away.

  • How much does the course cost?

    The course costs £120 per person, including VAT.

    Discounted rates are available for organisations purchasing 10 or more licences. If you’d like to discuss bulk pricing, please contact us.

  • How do I monitor progress of staff I've bought the course for?

    As a group leader, you can track your staff’s progress by logging into your account and navigating to ‘Course Admin’.

    From there, you’ll be able to see who has started, completed, or is still working through the course.

  • Can a colleague share my login?

    No. The course is intended to be completed individually.

    Each learner needs their own account to ensure they can complete the assessments and receive their certificate. This helps maintain the integrity and accuracy of your training records.

  • I've been asked to do this course, purchased by someone else. How do I access it?

    You will receive an email invitation from your organisation’s Course Admin with a link to set up your own account.

    Once your account is created, you’ll be able to access the course and complete it at your own pace.

  • How do I access my digital certificate once I’ve completed the course?

    After passing the final assessment, you can download your certificate by clicking the ‘Print Your Certificate’ button.

    You can also access it anytime by logging into your account and clicking the certificate icon in the Training area.

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