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Food Safety in Health and Care

Level 1 | Instant Access | Includes Assessment & Certificate | UK CPD Accredited | Instant Certificate Download


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Price
£13.99 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format What's this?
Reading material - slides
Duration
1 hour · Self-paced
Access to content
365 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
1 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • CPD Certified Certificate - Free
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Food Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Welcome to our online Food Safety in Health and Care training course for front-line healthcare and social care providers. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

This online introductory Food Safety in Health and Care training course gives an awareness of the hazards of handling low-risk food. Learners will gain an approved certificate, which ensures that anyone working in an environment where food is cooked, prepared or handled complies fully with current UK legislation.

This online Food Safety in Health and Care training course has been designed to educate those who do not work directly with preparing or handling food but work in an environment where food is dealt with elsewhere or who only work with low-risk foods. The course familiarises the learner with basic food hygiene practices so that they can work safely near food.

Entry requirements - no prerequisites required

Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)

Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price

Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

Food Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

CPD

1 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

Course aims and objectives

The aims and objectives of this Food Safety in Health and Care training course are to:

  • To provide the learner with an adequate understanding of the legislation regarding food safety.
  • To provide an awareness of common food hazards.
  • Provide the learners with tips on how to store, handle and prepare food safely.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this Food Safety in Health and Care online training course, the learner will:

  • Have a good understanding of UK food safety legislation.
  • Know why food safety awareness is essential for health and social care workers.
  • Know the common food hazards.
  • Understand the problems related to food contamination.
  • Know how food contamination can be minimised.
  • Have an awareness of common disease-causing bacteria and viruses.
  • Be aware of the importance of personal hygiene concerning food safety.
  • Know the importance of effective cleaning to minimise food hazards.
  • Know the importance of time and temperature for food safety.

Why is this Food Safety in Health and Care course important?

Food safety is a scientific discipline describing the handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent foodborne illness. This includes several routines that should be followed to avoid potential health hazards.

Food safety refers to the conditions and practices that preserve the quality of food to prevent contamination and food-borne illnesses. The Food Standards Agency (UK) educates consumers about the importance of safe food handling and how to reduce the risks associated with foodborne illness.

People need to understand how their behaviour and activities contribute to the safety of food and how they can decrease the risk of foodborne illness. From processes on the farm to practices in the kitchen, human activities play an essential role in food safety.

What is covered in this course?

This online Food Safety in Health and Care training course covers the following:

  • Introduction to food safety legislation
  • Why healthcare workers need to be aware of food hygiene
  • The common food hazards
  • Problems relating to food contamination
  • How food contamination can be minimised
  • An awareness of common disease-causing bacteria and viruses
  • Importance of personal hygiene concerning food safety
  • Other personal hygiene considerations for food handlers
  • The importance of effective cleaning to minimise food hazards
  • Recommendations for keeping food safe
  • The importance of time and temperature concerning food safety
  • Top tips on safe handling and preparation of food.

Food Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Who is this course for?

This Food Safety in Health and Care e-learning course should be completed by those who work in health and social care services, including:

  • NHS medical, nursing, AHP and care staff
  • Locum doctors and nurses
  • Locum allied health professionals (AHPs)
  • Agency nurses
  • Agency workers
  • Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
  • Support workers
  • Care assistants
  • Community services.

Food Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Requirements

Learn anywhere, anytime on any device.

You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.

Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.

Food Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

Career path

Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.

Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).

Food Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.

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Do you get a certificate?

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Good morning Samantha Thank you for inquiring with us. Yes there is a CPD certificate obtained when you attempt the end of course assessment and reach the pass mark of 80%. You can download, save and/or print your certificate. Should you require any further support, please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards MC Support Team

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Certificates

CPD Certified Certificate

Digital certificate - Included

A digital CPD-certified certificate can be downloaded from the learner's account once a learner has successfully completed the course with an 80% pass mark or better in the end-of-course assessment.

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.