Free Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene Course in Huddersfield. Classes run at Crosland Moor Community Learning Centre. This daytime food safety and hygiene course covers the requirements of the food industry, including food hygiene practices and nutrition for healthy living. The course runs over 28 hours. To join, you'll need to be a Kirklees resident aged 19 or over, have been in the UK for at least 3 years, and hold qualifications below Level 2 or have significant barriers to learning.
Who this course is for
Learn about requirements within the food industry as well as embedding nutrition for healthy living. Learners will complete level 1 or level 2 food hygiene certificates.
Entry requirements
Kirklees resident, aged 19+, resident in the UK for 3+years; or if you are an asylum seeker or refugee you must have been in the UK for 6 months and are yet to have a decision on your status, qualifications below level two or have significant barriers to learning.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key food hygiene rules that apply in food businesses.
You'll learn how to prevent food contamination and cross-contamination.
You'll identify the main causes of foodborne illness and how to avoid them.
You'll understand safe food storage, temperature control, and labelling.
You'll learn about personal hygiene standards required when handling food.
You'll explore nutrition principles and how they apply to healthy eating.
You'll understand legal responsibilities for food handlers in the UK.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Crosland Moor Community Learning Centre during daytime sessions. Learning is flexible across the 28-hour course. Assessment is through a short written test or multiple-choice exam to confirm your knowledge of food safety and hygiene. Your tutor will guide you through the material and prepare you for the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Crosland Moor Community Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Kitchen assistant: food hygiene certificate is often required by employers.
Café or restaurant server: food handling knowledge is expected in most front-of-house roles.
School dinner staff: many schools require a food safety and hygiene qualification.
Food retail assistant: supermarkets and delis often ask for a food hygiene certificate.
Care home kitchen worker: food safety training is standard in care settings.
Takeaway or fast food worker: food safety and hygiene classes support entry into this sector.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering: the next step if you move into a supervisory or management role in a kitchen or food business. Covers more advanced food safety law and HACCP principles.
Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles: broadens your knowledge across the hospitality sector if you want to develop a wider range of skills alongside your food hygiene qualification.
