Paediatric First Aid Level 3 and Allergy Training including the use of Adrenaline Auto Injector (AAI) training to UK schools

Practical first aid and allergy training delivered at your school

Our trainers work extensively across healthcare and education, bringing clinical expertise into a school friendly, down to earth format. All sessions are delivered face to face at your site so staff can learn in familiar surroundings.

You can choose from:

• Paediatric First Aid Level 3 training for schools
• Allergy awareness and anaphylaxis training for school staff
• Hands on adrenaline auto injector (AAI) practice using trainer devices

Training is tailored to your environment so staff understand how to respond in classrooms, outdoor areas, dining halls and early years settings.

Why this training matters for UK schools

Allergy safety and emergency preparedness are becoming increasingly important for schools. More pupils are being diagnosed with allergies, and staff need the confidence to recognise symptoms early and administer adrenaline quickly in an emergency.

Many schools are proactively updating their procedures and training plans to ensure they have enough competent staff, effective allergy policies, and reliable access to emergency AAIs.

If you have ever wondered “Would everyone know what to do if an allergic reaction happened during lunch?” or “Do we have enough trained staff during clubs and off site activities?”, this training directly answers those concerns.

What the training covers: First aid, allergy awareness, and anaphylaxis response

Our sessions are engaging, hands on and built around real scenarios your staff may face.

Allergy awareness

We explain what allergies are, the common triggers found in schools, and how to identify early signs of a reaction. Staff learn how to stay vigilant without causing alarm.

Identifying and responding to anaphylaxis

Your team will learn how to recognise anaphylaxis quickly and how to take immediate action. This includes the steps to take in the first minute, how to support breathing, when to escalate and how to stay calm during the process.

Adrenaline auto injector (AAI) training

Using trainer devices, staff practise the safe use of AAIs so they become confident in administering adrenaline, positioning the pupil correctly and providing ongoing care until emergency help arrives.

Paediatric First Aid Level 3 for schools

Paediatric First Aid Level 3 is a key part of safeguarding and medical readiness in education settings. When combined with AAI and anaphylaxis training, it strengthens your overall emergency preparedness.

Your training will include:

• Full primary and secondary assessment
• Breathing emergencies and resuscitation for infants and children and adults
• Choking response
• Asthma, seizures, head injuries and common incidents in school settings
• Bleeding control, treating shock, burns, strains and sprains and safe escalation

We help you align the training to your staffing structure, your age groups and your existing medical policies.

Emergency AAI support through our partnership

ACI Training & Consultancy also works in partnership with organisations that supply emergency adrenaline auto injector kits to schools. If your school is reviewing how it sources, stores or manages spare AAIs, we can provide information to support confident, compliant planning.

Who this training is suitable for

This training is ideal for:

• Teachers and teaching assistants
• Early years and nursery staff
• SEN and pastoral teams
• Lunchtime supervisors
• Wraparound care teams and club leaders
• Office and support staff

We can tailor scenarios for pupils with known allergies and ensure the content remains accessible to the wider team.

Why choose ACI Training & Consultancy

Schools choose us because we offer:

• Nurse led trainers with real clinical experience
• Blended learning solutions with online and face to face training
• Engaging, practical sessions that staff remember
• A friendly, reassuring approach that avoids jargon
• Training that supports real world response, not just certificates
• The ability to combine first aid and anaphylaxis training for convenience

Our aim is simple: confident staff, safer pupils, and a school that feels prepared.

Straightforward Answers to Common School First Aid and Allergy Question

Do schools need adrenaline auto injector training?

It is mandatory from September for all schools to have allergy training including the use of autoinjector adrenaline pens (Benedict's Law).

If your school has pupils with allergies or you want to be prepared for unexpected reactions, AAI training helps staff act quickly and correctly.

Can you run the training on site?

Yes. All training is delivered at your school and can be tailored to your team and environment.

Can we combine first aid and allergy training?

Absolutely. Many schools choose a combined session so staff learn both emergency first aid and anaphylaxis response in one training plan.

We can also arrange to do the allergy training including use of adrenaline autoinjector pens separately via live webinar sessions held on a regular basis.

How long does the training take?

This depends on group size and whether you combine courses. We offer flexible formats to fit around your timetable.

Book training for your school

If you are reviewing your allergy safety procedures, updating your first aid requirements or planning future training, ACI Training & Consultancy can provide clear guidance and professional, friendly delivery.

Contact our friendly Training Team today to discuss and arrange your training.

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Benedict’s Law: What Your School Must Do by September 2026.