Resources for Schools, Children's Education/Care (CEC) Services and Community
ASCIA anaphylaxis information and training for Schools, CEC and Community
ASCIA has been providing accessible, consistent and evidence based ASCIA anaphylaxis information since 2003, and ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training for Schools and CEC Services since 2010, which is available free of charge:
- ASCIA Anaphylaxis Training Refresher Video
- ASCIA e-training courses
- ASCIA Action Plans, First Aid Plans and other resources
- ASCIA FAQ for patients and carers
Allergy Aware
The Allergy Aware website is an anaphylaxis and allergy resource hub for schools and children's education/care (CEC) services. The website features Best Practice Guidelines that have been revised in 2023, which include risk minimisation strategies for prevention of severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in schools and CEC services.
Adrenaline (Epinephrine) Training Devices
ASCIA anaphylaxis e-training courses should always be completed in conjunction with practice using adrenaline (epinephrine) training devices (EpiPen® and Anapen®), which do not have a needle and do not contain adrenaline:
- To order Anapen trainers email
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Other suppliers:
- Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia - a small fee is charged, which help support the charity that gives information and support to many people on a daily basis at no charge. To order go to https://allergyfacts.org.au/resources/shop/
- Some pharmacies also supply adrenaline trainer devices at retail price.
National Allergy Council Allergy 250K Youth Project Resources
Allergy 250K is a hub for the 250,000 young Australians living with severe allergy.
Allergy 250K websites and animations have been designed to work on smart phones first with young people in mind, as well as being available on tablet and desk top computers.
Supply Update - Adrenaline (Epinephrine) Injectors
www.allergy.org.au/members/adrenaline-autoinjector-availability
Patient and Carer Support Organisations
www.allergy.org.au/patients/patient-support-information
Webpage updated November 2024