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Food hygiene training

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1. Foundation Certificate in Food Safety

Who is this qualification for

The CIEH (Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) Foundation Certificate in Food Safety is suitable for food handlers working in catering.

The course provides essential knowledge and understanding of good food hygiene practice for anyone who prepares open, high risk foods.

The Foundation Certificate is equivalent to the Level 2 qualification.

Course information

Duration: 1 day course

Venue: Teignbridge District Council, Newton Abbot, TQ12 4XX

Schedule: 9.30am to 5pm (lunch is not provided)

Cost: £60

Exam: multiple choice

Examination

The course ends with a short multiple choice exam. A verbal exam is available - please advise at the time of booking.

You will receive a certificate via email when you pass the exam.

All our courses are delivered in English unless stated otherwise. You must have a good understanding of written and spoken English to attend this course.

Course dates 2024

  • Wednesday 23 October
  • Wednesday 27 November

Group bookings

For group bookings we can tailor a course to suit your requirements, including delivering the course at your workplace and on a date to suit you. Please contact us for more information.

How to book

Complete the online booking form and pay the relevant fee.

The booking form and payment must be received a minimum of five days in advance of the course date. Bookings are not confirmed until full payment is received. 

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  • Business name, if applicable
  • Candidates' names
  • Email address for confirmation of booking
  • Credit or debit card