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🇬🇧 The UK’s Most Popular Food Hygiene Course

Get Your Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Online in Just a Few Hours

Complete your training at your own pace from any device. Our FSA-aligned Level 2 Food Hygiene course is simple to follow, fully online, and includes an instant downloadable certificate as soon as you pass. No classroom, no waiting.

£23 No VAT
  • Helps meet the legal requirement to train food handlers
  • Aligned with Food Standards Agency (FSA) guidance
  • Instant PDF certificate • recommended renewal 3 years
  • Study online at your own pace — any device
Online Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering Course

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What You'll Learn

Nine in-depth modules covering everything a catering food handler needs — from the law and bacteria to allergens, temperature control, storage, premises and cleaning.

01

Introduction to Food Hygiene and Safety 15 min

Key definitions, food handler training, and safe food management in catering.

02

Food Safety Legislation 18 min

Food hygiene and the law, food safety management systems (HACCP), enforcement and Environmental Health Officers, legal notices, prosecution and due diligence.

03

Microbiological Hazards 20 min

Bacteria and how they grow, high-risk foods, the temperature danger zone, cross-contamination, spores and toxins, viruses, moulds and yeasts, and preventing contamination.

04

Physical, Chemical and Allergenic Hazards 20 min

Physical and chemical hazards and their control, allergenic hazards, the 14 named allergens, allergic reactions, anaphylaxis and allergen labelling.

05

Food Storage 15 min

Deliveries, date labels, use by vs best before, dry, chilled and frozen storage, fruit and vegetable storage, and stock rotation.

06

Food Preparation 20 min

Thawing, cooking and core temperatures, taking food temperatures, reheating, cooling, hot holding and avoiding cross-contamination.

07

Personal Hygiene 15 min

Hand washing, protective clothing, gloves, reporting illness, the 48-hour rule, and covering wounds and cuts.

08

Food Premises — Design, Layout and Suitability 15 min

Premises design, layout and suitability, common pests and the signs of pest activity, pest prevention and control, and correct waste management.

09

Cleaning and Disinfection 15 min

Why we clean, cleaning versus disinfection, cleaning products, the six stages of effective cleaning, cleaning schedules, ‘clean as you go’, safe use of chemicals and dishwashing.

Who Should Take This Course?

Anyone who works with open or high-risk food in a catering environment, including:

Chefs & Cooks
Kitchen Assistants
Catering & Canteen Staff
Café & Restaurant Workers
Waiting & Front-of-House Staff
Bar & Hospitality Staff
Mobile Caterers & Food Vans
Care Home & School Catering

Everything Included for £23

  • 9 Training Modules
  • 1 Online Assessment
  • PDF Certificate of Completion
  • Unlimited Exam Attempts
  • Instant Access
  • Mobile, Tablet & Desktop
  • Dedicated Support
  • Helps meet UK food-handler training law

Enrol in Three Simple Steps

From enrolment to certificate — all online, at your own pace

1

Register & Purchase

Create your free account and complete the secure checkout. You’ll have instant access to begin training.

2

Complete the Training

Work through the nine modules at your own pace, then take the online assessment when you’re ready — 30 multiple-choice questions with an 80% pass mark. Unlimited attempts are included.

3

Pass & Get Certified

Pass the assessment and download your Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate instantly in PDF format.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before enrolling

Does this course meet UK legal requirements?
UK food law (the Food Safety Act 1990 and Regulation (EC) 852/2004) requires food handlers to be trained, instructed and supervised in food hygiene appropriate to their role. This Level 2 course provides that training for catering food handlers.
Is this the right level for me?
Level 2 is the standard level for anyone who handles, prepares, cooks or serves open food in a catering setting. Managers and supervisors may also wish to consider Level 3.
How long does the certificate last?
The certificate does not legally expire, but industry best practice is to refresh your training every 3 years to keep your knowledge up to date.
How long will the course take?
Most learners complete the 9 modules in around 3–4 hours. There is no time limit — you can pause and resume whenever you like.
Can I take the course on my phone?
Yes. The course works on all devices — mobile phones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers.
How do I get my certificate?
As soon as you pass the online assessment, your certificate is available instantly as a PDF from your account dashboard.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit and debit cards including Visa and Mastercard, processed securely via Stripe.

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