The STA Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis is a half-day course designed for those who want to learn how to deal with an unresponsive adult, child or infant, including how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and how to provide first aid to a casualty experiencing an anaphylactic reaction.
This qualification is suitable for learners with specific responsibilities at work, those involved in voluntary and community activities, or for personal interest and development. No previous experience is required.
The STA Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis course provides learners with the skills to deliver lifesaving CPR and safely use an adrenaline auto injector to support a casualty experiencing anaphylaxis.
Learners may work or volunteer in an environment where there is a higher possibility of a casualty suffering from an anaphylactic reaction. This qualification also provides an ideal further training opportunity for learners who already hold a first aid or lifesaving qualification but require specialised anaphylaxis training.
The skills gained are transferable across a wide range of industries and therefore appeal to a broad range of learners.
Learners may complete this qualification as a stepping stone to a career in first aid such as a first aid tutor, or to complement another role.
This qualification is suitable for a wide range of roles including:
The course is comprised of a mixture of theoretical technical knowledge and practical hands-on tasks to enhance the learner experience.
Learners will develop the knowledge and competence required to identify casualties who are unresponsive or experiencing an anaphylactic reaction, safely administer an adrenaline auto injector and competently deliver lifesaving CPR in an emergency situation.
Training is delivered in line with current Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines and accepted first aid practice.
The STA Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis qualification is tutor-assessed through:
This course carries a three-year validity period. Learners are encouraged to keep their knowledge and skills up to date through regular staff training.
To remain qualified, learners are required to complete a new STA Level 2 Award in Basic Life Support and Management of Anaphylaxis course before the certificate expiry date.
Once you have gained your qualification, you may be appointed as a designated basic life support and anaphylaxis first aider for your workplace.
You may wish to develop your knowledge and skills further by completing additional STA first aid qualifications or CPDs.
Alternatively, learners may wish to complete additional STA qualifications such as manual handling, fire marshal, lifesaving, swimming teaching and pool plant to support a career in the leisure industry.
To attend your course, you will need to meet the following requirements:
