Will I receive a certificate?

Yes! Learners who successfully complete the course will receive a downloadable certificate of completion.

Can I purchase this course for my team?

Absolutely. This course can be purchased individually or accessed through one of our organisation Pathways, giving your team access to a growing library of training.

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is suitable for anyone responsible for preparing, handling or serving food, particularly those working in early years settings, schools and childcare environments.

What topics does the course cover?

This course covers food hygiene principles, food safety legislation, food safety hazards, personal hygiene, safe food handling, cleaning and disinfection, pest control, and concludes with an end-of-course assessment.

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Introduction to Food Hygiene (CPD Accredited)

Develop the knowledge and confidence to handle, prepare and store food safely while meeting current food safety legislation.

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Who this course is for

Ideal for: 👩‍🏫 Early Years Practitioners • 🏡 Childminders • 🍽️ Catering Staff • 👩‍💼 Nursery Managers • ❤️ Anyone handling food

About this course

Good food hygiene is essential for keeping children, staff and families safe. This CPD Accredited course will provide practical knowledge to help you prepare, handle and store food safely while understanding your legal responsibilities and reducing food safety risks.

Learning outcomes

The importance of food hygiene and food safety law
Personal hygiene and its role in food safety
Safe food handling and storage practices
Cross-contamination prevention
Cleaning, disinfection, and pest control basics
Identify biological, chemical, physical and allergen hazards and explain how to control them.
Practical steps to create a safe food environment

Modules & topics

1Food hygiene principles
2Food safety legislation
3Food safety hazards
4Personal hygiene
5Safe food handling
6Cleaning and disinfection
7Pest control
8End-of-course assessment

Delivery, quiz & certificate

Delivery

Online course — access details confirmed on purchase.

Quiz & certificate

Multiple-choice quiz. Downloadable certificate on completion.

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