Foundation Certificate in Food Allergen Awareness (Level 2)

This training programme covers the fundamentals of Food Allergen Awareness.

Who is this course for?

• Food handlers in all types of food establishments
• Food business operators
• Restaurants, Take Aways, Sandwich Bars and Dessert Cafes
• Managers and Supervisors
• Students and Young Adults

Course Overview

This course will develop your knowledge and raise awareness of food allergens. You will learn about the characteristics of food allergens and intolerances, the importance of allergen management and the requirements of providing correct allergen information to consumers.
A course handbook is provided for each candidate.

Key Facts

• food allergies, intolerances and Coeliac disease
• the 14 regulated allergens
• food labelling requirements
• the importance of practical allergen management.
• providing complete and accurate allergen information to consumers

Duration

• Tailored to candidate

Assessment

• Multiple-choice test paper

Certificate

• Successful candidates will receive a colour CIEH Food Allergen Awareness certificate.