This course provides a detailed introduction to allergy awareness for those working in adult social care. It begins by explaining what allergens are, how allergies and intolerances develop, and how to recognise the signs and symptoms of a reaction.
The course also covers food labelling and packaging, offering clear guidance on how to read and interpret labels correctly. Learners gain an understanding of legal requirements, including allergen declarations, precautionary statements and how food information regulations apply to catered, prepacked and non prepacked foods within adult care settings.
A dedicated unit focuses on allergy awareness specifically for adult health and social care roles. This includes working safely with vulnerable adults, supporting individuals with diagnosed allergies, promoting person centred care and ensuring accurate information sharing across teams. Learners will understand how to manage risks during meal preparation, medication support, personal care and social activities, while maintaining dignity and independence.
By completing this course, learners will be equipped to identify allergen risks, follow food information rules and respond confidently to allergy related situations within adult social care environments.