The QNUK Level 3 Award in Responding to Anaphylactic Reactions (RQF) qualification is aimed at those working with individuals at significant risk of having an anaphylactic reaction, this includes children. The qualification has been mapped to current UK resuscitation council guidelines.
This qualification has the purpose of supporting a role in the workplace.
Guided learning hours (GLH) = 3
Total Qualification Time (TQT) = 5
The QNUK Level 3 Award in Responding to Anaphylactic Reactions (RQF) qualification is for those that require additional training in basic life support and management of anaphylaxis. Many attendees are those working in environments that support children that may be at risk of severe allergic reactions, for example those working in nurseries and other early years settings.
The qualification has also been designed as the perfect add-on to standard first aid courses such as the QNUK Level 3 Award in Paediatric First aid (RQF)
Learning outcomes Assessment criterion
Be able to assess an incident
Conduct a scene survey
Conduct a primary survey of a casualty
Summon appropriate assistance when necessary
Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty that is not breathing normally
Identify when to administer Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Demonstrate CPR using a manikin
Demonstrate CPR for:
a child
an infant
Be able to provide first aid to an unresponsive casualty that is breathing normally
Justify when to place a casualty into the recovery position
Demonstrate how to place a casualty into the recovery position
Be able to recognise and manage a casualty suffering with a severe allergic reaction
Identify common triggers for anaphylaxis
Explain how to minimise the risk of an allergic reaction
Recognise suspected anaphylaxis
Identify how to administer first aid for a casualty suffering from anaphylaxis
Demonstrate the correct use of approved adrenaline autoinjectors
Candidates are assessed for this qualification using the following methods:
Multiple-choice question paper
Practical observation
Multiple-Choice Question paper
Each candidate will be assessed for this qualification by the completion of a multiple-choice question paper. Candidates will be required to score a minimum of 70% correct answers to achieve a pass.
Practical observation
Candidates are required to demonstrate capabilities as a first aider as they would in an emergency situation, therefore, candidates will need to be able to work on the floor; for example, as with CPR
This qualification is aimed at those over 16 who are able to undertake the responsibilities of administering an Adrenaline Auto Injector.
It is recommended that candidates have a minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or equivalent.
Attendees will be required to demonstrate first aid procedures as they would in a real work environment. This includes providing CPR to a casualty who is on the floor, therefore be physically capable of doing so.
There are no other pre-requisites for this qualification.