Level 2 Food Allergen Awareness and Control in Catering Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, part-time during the day over 18 weeks. The course covers how allergens affect people, how to identify them in food and ingredients, and how to manage and communicate allergen information safely in a catering setting. This is practical, focused training that fits around other commitments.
Who this course is for
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
Entry requirements
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll identify the 14 major food allergens and understand the risks they pose.
You'll learn how allergens can transfer through food preparation and handling.
You'll understand the legal responsibilities of catering businesses around allergen information.
You'll learn how to communicate allergen information accurately to customers and colleagues.
You'll explore how to manage allergen risks through kitchen procedures and controls.
You'll understand how to read and interpret ingredient labels and supplier information.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Halesowen College. Teaching covers allergen knowledge, food safety law, and practical control methods. Assessment is typically by a short written test or multiple-choice examination set by Highfield. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Food Safety Supervisor: oversee allergen and safety standards in a kitchen.
Kitchen Assistant: support food prep with allergen awareness built in.
Catering Assistant: serve and handle food safely in schools, hospitals, or cafes.
Restaurant or café team member: handle allergen queries from customers confidently.
School meals supervisor: manage food safety in a school catering environment.
Hospitality team member: work front-of-house with solid allergen knowledge.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (Highfield or CIEH): broadens your food safety knowledge beyond allergens, useful for most catering roles.
Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Catering: the next step if you want to take on a supervisory or management role in a kitchen.
Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality and Catering: a wider qualification covering the full range of skills needed to work in the hospitality sector.
