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Food Hygiene and Safety Course

Food Hygiene and Safety Course

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Overview

Learn everything you need to know about food hygiene and safety measures in the UK.

This Food Hygiene and Safety Course is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the legal responsibilities and best practices, with an introduction to food storage, food preparation, hazard control and personal hygiene.

In the course, you will learn about correct food temperatures, pest control procedures, contamination, disinfecting and many other vital steps in ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for all.

If you are aspiring towards a career in this field, then this Food Hygiene and Safety Course is the right course for you.

Highlights of the Food Hygiene and Safety Course:

Learn About UK/EU Food Handling Compliance Standards
Gain A Solid Understanding Of Food Hygiene & Safety Best Practices
Learn The Correct Temperatures Required For Food Handling & Storage
Understand The Steps Of Haccp And The Different Types Of Food Hazards
Increase Awareness Of The Legislation Surrounding Food Handling
Improve Your Proficiency In Workplace Cleaning And Disinfecting
Broaden Your Knowledge Of Common Food Pests And Control Measures
Develop High Standards Of Personal Hygiene In The Workplace
Learn About Food Safety Legislation
Learn About Microbiological Hazards
Learn About Physical, Chemical, And Allergenic Hazards
Learn About Food Storage, Handling & Preparation
Learn About Personal Hygiene
Learn About Food Premises Design And Cleaning Schedules

Course design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

Video lessons
Online study materials

Who is this Food Hygiene and Safety Course for?

This Food Hygiene and Safety Course is suitable for anyone interested in working in this sector or who simply wants to learn more about the topic. If you’re an individual looking to excel within this field then this Food Hygiene and Safety Course is for you.

This Food Hygiene and Safety is ideal for those who work in catering, the restaurant business, hospitality, tourism or leisure industries. It is suitable for anyone who wishes to gain a better understanding of food hygiene and safety practices and can be taken as a refresher or foundation training course.

Certificate of Achievement

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

After successfully completing the course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their new achievement. Endorsed certificates can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for only £ 79. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.

CPD Certification from Thames College

After successfully completing the MCQ assessment of this course, you will qualify for the CPD Certificate from Thames College, as proof of your continued professional development. Certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.

Endorsement

This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Method of Assessment

To assess your learning, you have to participate in an automated multiple choice question exam. You have to score at least 60% to pass the exam and to qualify for Quality Licence Scheme endorsed and CPD accredited certificates. After passing the exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate.

In addition, to enhance the depth of your knowledge regarding the course and further assess your learning, you are advised to complete the assignment questions provided at the end of the course, which you can complete anytime you wish. After submitting the assignment, our expert tutor will assess your assignment and will give you feedback on your performance.

Requirements

The Food Hygiene and Safety Course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Career path

By completing this Food Hygiene and Safety Course, you will gain a high level of food hygiene and safety awareness, enabling you to deliver a quality standard of professionalism and compliance in the workplace.

Studying this Food Hygiene and Safety Course would benefit a range of careers, but would specifically boost employability in roles including:

Head Chef (average annual salary of £24,503 in the UK)
Kitchen Manager (average annual salary of £26,422 in the UK)
Catering Manager (average annual salary of £26,210 to £35,000 in the UK)
Food & Beverage Assistant (average annual salary of £16,965 in the UK)
Food Safety Officer (average annual salary of £28,261 to £61,425 in the UK)
Food hygiene Inspector (average annual salary of £25,000 to £45,000 in the UK)

Course Curriculum

Food Safety Legislation
	Module 1: Food Safety Legislation	01:24:00
Microbiological Hazards
	Module 2: Microbiological Hazards	02:15:00
Physical, Chemical and Allergenic Hazards
	Module 3: Physical, Chemical, and Allergenic Hazards	01:00:00
Food Storage
	Module 4: Food Storage	01:21:00
Food Preparation
	Module 5: Food Preparation	00:57:00
Personal Hygiene
	Module 6: Personal Hygiene	01:00:00
Food Premises Design and Cleaning Schedules
	Module 7: Food Premises Design and Cleaning Schedules	02:00:00
Further Information
	Module 8: Further Information	00:18:00
Reopening and Adapting Your Food Business During COVID-19
	Module 9: Reopening and Adapting Your Food Business During COVID-19	00:16:00
Mock Exam
	Mock Exam – Food Hygiene and Safety	00:20:00
Final Exam
	Final Exam – Food Hygiene and Safety	00:20:00
Assignment
	Assignment – Food Hygiene and Safety	1 week