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Course Duration
Lifetime Access
Last Updated
September 11, 2025
Students Enrolled
311
Total Unit Time
1 hour, 10 minutes
Certification
Keep Meals Safe, Keep People Healthy. Train Online with Our Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Health and Social Care and Early Years and Childcare Settings Course!
Did you know that over 1.3 million UK people get foodborne illnesses yearly? Learn how to keep children and vulnerable adults safe with our Food Safety in Health and Social Care Course.
Why Choose Our Course
- 100% Online Access
- Flexible Hours Study
- Interactive Quizzes
- 24/7 Support
- Downloadable Resources
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Health and Social Care and Early Years and Childcare Settings Course Overview
This Food Safety in Health and Social Care Course teaches food safety skills for early years, and childcare environments. Safe food handling is vital to protect children, the elderly, and vulnerable individuals. The Food Standards Agency reports over 500,000 UK food poisoning cases each year. Employers value staff who understand hygiene, contamination prevention, and safe food practices. That makes this course a real career booster. Our course solves common workplace worries by giving clear, practical guidance. You’ll learn key topics like principles of food safety, handling meals safely, and preventing illness. Finish this Level 2 Award in Our food hygiene course for care professionals teaches essential safety standards with confidence and get a recognised certificate. Be ready for real care roles.What You’ll Learn
Our course covers crucial food safety in health and social care skills:- Understand basic hygiene rules for food preparation.
- Identify contamination risks in care settings.
- Follow correct food storage and handling practices.
- Apply safe food preparation for children and adults.
- Recognise early signs of foodborne illness.
- Maintain clean and safe environments consistently.
- Learn emergency steps for unsafe food incidents.
- Support health and social care food safety policies.
Is This Qualification Useful For NHS Roles?
Yes, this qualification is valued in NHS roles where food safety and care are important. Many NHS jobs need staff who understand food safety. It shows you can keep food clean, stop germs from spreading and keep people safe. Employers look for these skills.Entry Requirements
You don’t need formal qualifications to start this Food Safety in Health and Social Care Course:- Be at least 16 years old.
- Have basic reading and writing skills.
- Be able to use a computer and the internet.
- No prior food safety or care experience needed.
Who Should Take This Course
This course is perfect for anyone looking to work in food safety or care settings:- School leavers exploring care careers.
- Job seekers wanting a care-related qualification.
- People aiming for a stable career in health and social care.
- Early years and childcare workers needing food safety knowledge.
Assessment
Complete short, interactive quizzes after each module. A 60% pass mark is needed, but you can retry unlimited times. On completion, receive a downloadable certificate and optional printed copy.Career Paths
This Food Safety in Health and Social Care Course can give you working chances in rewarding roles:- Medical Lab Assistant
- NHS Lab Support Staff
- Early Years Practitioner
- Care Home Assistant
- Health and Social Care Support Worker
Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
1. What is a Level 2 Food Safety Award?
- It’s a beginner qualification that teaches safe food handling, storage, and hygiene practices in care and childcare settings.
2. What is Level 2 Health and Safety in Early Years?
- It covers food safety and hygiene skills for protecting young children in nurseries, schools, and early years care.
3. What is a Level 2 Award in Health and Safety within Health and Social Care settings?
- This award teaches how to maintain safe, hygienic environments when preparing and serving food in care settings.
4. Is Food Safety Level 2 a legal requirement?
- Yes, anyone working with food in health, childcare, or care services should complete a Level 2 food safety course.
5. What questions do they ask on Level 2 Food Hygiene?
- Questions usually test food storage, contamination risks, hygiene practices, and cleaning routines.
6. Is Food Safety Level 2 hard?
- No, it’s beginner-friendly with short, clear lessons and simple quizzes.
7. What is the pass mark for Level 2 Food Safety?
- You need at least 60% on the quizzes to pass.
8. What is a Level 2 Award equivalent to?
- It’s equivalent to a GCSE grade A–C (Level 2 qualification)
Study Method : Online
Tutor Support: Yes
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Curriculum
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- Module 01: Principles of Food Safety When Providing Food and Drink for Individuals 01:00:00
- Module 01 Final Quiz – Principles of Food Safety When Providing Food and Drink for Individuals 00:10:00
Our Accreditation
CPD Certification
This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD Certified is globally recognized by employers, professional organizations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement.
CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organizations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.
Our Certification of Achievement
After completing the MCQ assessment for this course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Course Cave. It will act as proof of your extensive professional development. The certificate is in PDF format, which is completely free to download. A printed version is also available upon request. It will also be sent to you through a courier for £13.99
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Alex Barton
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This course is a must-have for anyone serious about this field. The content is thorough yet simple, and the module designs are top-notch. I’m already seeing results after just a few lessons!
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